A 58-year-old client has been admitted to CCU with a myocardial infarction. The client suddenly goes into cardiac arrest and team members rush into the room. What type of nurse leadership style would be best in this situation?
1. Autocratic
2. Democratic
3. Laissez-faire
4. Bureaucratic
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Explanation: 1. The autocratic leader makes all the decisions and has the authority. This would be the most
effective type of leadership in a code situation. The other leadership styles would be ineffective
in an emergency situation.
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