A nurse is appointed to a leadership position in the local hospital. The nurse's position would be considered which of the following?
a. Informal leadership c. Leadership
b. Formal leadership d. Management
B
Formal leadership is based on occupying a position in an organization. Informal leadership is shown
by an individual who demonstrates leadership outside the scope of a formal leadership role or as a
member of a group. Leadership is a process of influence whereby the leader influences others toward
goal achievement. Management is a process to achieve organizational goals.
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