A nurse manager has worked rapidly to bring the staff to accept changes in the unit's mission, so that downsizing can be avoided. This nurse manager is using quantum leadership by:
a. Focusing on past concerns related to the mission.
b. Teaching staff members how to self-manage themselves.
c. Determining accurately the direction of change in the institution.
d. Requiring all staff members to review and reinforce their technological skills.
ANS: C
Quantum leadership assumes that change will occur and that managers assume an influential, facilitative role that encourages forward movement in change and encourages the view that problems are opportunities.
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