Which situation should a nurse identify as an example of an autocratic leadership style?
A. The president of Sigma Theta Tau assigns members to committees to research problems.
B. Without faculty input, the dean mandates that all course content be delivered via the Internet.
C. During a community meeting, a nurse listens as clients generate solutions.
D. The student nurses' association advertises for candidates for president.
ANS: B
The nurse should identify that mandating decisions without consulting the group is considered an autocratic leadership style. Autocratic leadership increases productivity but often reduces morale and motivation due to lack of member input and creativity.
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