A newly admitted 35-year-old patient rings the call bell. By the time the nurse arrives, he is found unconscious and barely breathing. The charge nurse calls for a "code blue" and directs the staff on what to do without discussion
One staff member calls the physician, and some go to other rooms to comfort patients. What type of leadership style is exemplified? a. Autocratic
b. Democratic
c. Laissez-faire
d. Participative
A
During an emergency such as a "code blue," the person in charge correctly assumes an autocratic leadership role because no time is available for a discussion of choices in activities.
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