A nurse leader, according to the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE), is com-petent in the areas of (Select all that apply.)

a. knowledge of the health care environment.
b. communication.
c. business management.
d. demanding participation by the staff.
e. providing a financial incentive.


ANS: A, B, C
Options A, B, and C are identified by AOEN as a competencies of nurse leaders. The other op-tions are not competencies recommended by the AOEN.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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