The nurse is acting as a leader in the role of charge nurse and notes that the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) on the floor are stressed related to their increased workload
The nurse changes the original planned approach based on the presenting situation. What theory of leadership is being implemented?
a.
Situational
b.
Transactional
c.
Transformational
d.
Autocratic
ANS: A
Situational theories suggest that leaders change their approach depending on the situation. Transactional leaders use reward and punishment to gain the cooperation of followers. Transformational leaders use methods that inspire people to follow their lead. Transformational leaders work toward transforming an organization with the help of others. The authoritarian or autocratic leader exercises strong control over subordinates.
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