During a discussion of how to proceed on a project, a team member says, "I don't care how we do it. Just tell me what to do and I will get it done." What kind of followership is this nurse exhibiting?
1. Passive
2. Active
3. Dependent
4. Independent
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Rationale 1: The nurse is not passively participating. There is an indication that the work will be done.
Rationale 2: The active follower would express ideas on how to achieve the goal.
Rationale 3: This dependent "you make the decision and I'll do it" statement is characteristic of an ineffective follower.
Rationale 4: An independent follower would express constructive criticism of plans.
Global Rationale:
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