The nurse manager of a unit is sharing the most recent results of a patient satisfaction survey to motivate staff. This nurse manager is a _________________leader
a. Transformational
b. Transactional
c. Situational
d. Autocratic
ANS: A
Transformational leaders use methods that inspire people to follow their lead. Transformational leaders work toward transforming an organization with the help of others. Transactional leaders use reward and punishment to gain the cooperation of followers. The authoritarian or autocratic leader exercises strong control over subordinates. Situational theories suggest that leaders change their approach depending on the situation.
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