During a group meeting, you notice that one member always focuses on the problems at hand and every suggestion that is made. Which of the following group roles is this member fulfilling?
a. problem solver
b. intimidator
c. naysayer
d. devil's advocate
A
The group member who focuses on the problem at hand is the problem solver. The intimidator is the individual who takes over and scares off other members. The naysayer is one who predicts negative consequences, and the devil's advocate always finds fault with everyone and everything.
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a. possible delays or incomplete mastery of subsequent developmental skills. b. the inability to progress to the next developmental stage. c. chronic physical and psychological illnesses. d. lowered life expectancy.
Thomas has been a nurse in your ICU for 10 years. In facilitating Thomas' professional development, you would focus on (select all that apply):
a. Certification for the ICU environment. b. Discussions about how Thomas can fit with role expectations and relationships. c. Possible specializations within the ICU environment. d. Encouraging him to lead changes that leave long-term impacts after his retirement.
Match each of terms in column A with the correct corresponding statement from column B
Column A Column B personal attribute anger personal behaviour can accrue power personal actions sphere of influence control over resources person who allocates office space ability to cope successful marketing formal position being articulate
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A) Infections B) Poisonings C) Risk-taking behaviors D) Accidents and injuries