Nursing exam 3 Flashcards
What is UP’s definition of leadership?
“An interactive process with significant influence on others that facilitates the collective efforts of team members toward accomplishment of shared goals” UP SONHI
What the attributes of leadership?
-Followers
-Vision
-Communication
-Decision-Making
-Change
-Social power
Why are followers important to leadership?
Because without followers there are no leaders
Why is a vision important to leadership?
Because its a leaders (and in most cases the followers shared vision) for a desired future - its something to aim for
What is UP’s definition of Communication?
“A process of exchanging information to impart meaning” UPSONHI
How is communication important in leadership?
As Giddens states it’s a ongoing process between the leader and followers. However it is important because it helps people understand what they need to do to achieve the shared vision
How is decision making important in leadership?
It is an important part in leadership because it occurs at the boundary between leaders and followers (changing depending on the style). Those decisions impact everyone in the group
How is change important in leadership?
It is important because it is achieved by working with followers to move in the right direction towards a shared vision
How is social power important in leadership?
It is how someone can influence someone else and can play a role in the leadership style/ relationship between leaders and followers
What are the different types of social power?
-Coercion
-Reward
-Legitimacy
-Expent
-Reference
-Informational
What does coercion style of social power mean?
using/threat or punishment
What does reward style of social power mean?
Giving people rewards for following
What does legitimacy style of social power mean?
It means that people follow the leader in recognition of power or there position
What does expent style of social power mean?
Followers respond to the leader thinking they know best
What does reference style of social power mean?
People look up to the leader and aspire to be like them
What does informational style of social power mean?
When the leader uses information and logic to gain followers
What is the scope of leadership?
Informal to Formal
What is an example of informal leadership?
an experienced nurse on the floor who helps out others but is not the case nurse
What is an example of formal leadership?
A charge nurse taking on the role of supporting the rest of the nurses on staff
What does a democratic leadership style look like?
Democratic leaders involve followers and have a participatory leadership style. They are invested in the followers and help them grow. This style works best when the followers are experienced.
What does an Autocratic leadership style look like?
Autocratic leaders usually make all the decisions themselves are somewhat distant from their followers. It is best used in emergency situations.
What does a Laissez-Faire leadership style look like?
These leaders are very laid-back and tend to let their followers do as they want. They have minimal communication with their followers but will take charge in emergency situations. Is best when followers are experienced and this style can result in chaos sometimes
What does a transactional leadership style look like?
They tend to reward followers when they perform well and will step in as needed. They focus on getting things done while satisfying their own and their followers interests
What does a transformational leadership style look like?
Transformational leaders collaborate a lot with their followers and have high expectations of them. Resulting in the vision being achieved along with the whole group improving on individual levels
What does authentic leadership style look like?
They from a trusting relationship with their followers and are very open with them about the challenges that are being faced. They are overall precieved to be open and honest
What does a shared leadership style look like?
This is when a group takes turns taking on the role of the leader to help everyone reach the shared vision
How does the great man/ trait theory describe leadership?
The ‘great” man theory used to say that someone was born a leader ex royalty. But now its more focused on how traits can make someone a great leader.
How does the behavioral theory approach leadership?
It is based on the idea that effective leaders have different traits than ineffective leaders. An example would of emotional intelligence as a measure of it
How does situational and contingency theory approach leadership?
It works to explain why some approaches to leadership work in one way but not another. It also challenges the idea that there is one best way to lead
How does charismatic and transformational theory approach leadership?
It assumes that leaders inspire, challenge, and develop a relationship with their followers
What does a Charismatic leadership look like?
The leader guides followers in part through their charm/personality to ulitimately develop a relationship with that allows them to grow on a individual level
How does the inclusive leadership theory approach leadership?
It says that one the the big things to being a leader is to make sure that everyone feels seen and supported in their individual identities
What is UP’s definition of empowerment?
“A participatory, development process through which individuals, families, and communities gain greater insight and control over their lives and environment, aquire valued resources and basic rights, to engage in healthy behaviors to improve overall health conditions” UPSONHI
What does it look like when a patient is empowered?
It means that the patient feels like they have the information and resources that need in order to make informed decisions about their health that is right for them.
What does it look like when a nurse is empowered?
It means that the nurse is feels like they are making a difference, their education matters, they are a part of a community and that they are excited about their work
What is definition of advocacy?
“Advocacy is the act of speaking for others to assist them to meet their needs and is an expectation for all who assume the role of the nurse” Giddens Pg 48
What are the 3 points of advocacy?
Mutuality, facilitation, and protection
What does mutuality look like in advocacy?
It looks like the nurse and patient are collaborating while sharing their thoughts and respecting each other
What does facilitation look like in advocacy?
It looks like the nurse making sure that the patient has all the knowledge needed to make an informed decision about their health
What does protection look like in advocacy?
It means that the nurse protects the client’s safety, rights and information
What does CUS stand for?
It stands for I am Concerned, I am Uncomfortable, and this is a Safety issue
When should CUS words be used?
They should be used when you are discussing the care of a patient with another healthcare provider and you need them to take you seriously
What does holistic care mean? How can it apply to advocacy and empowerment?
Holistic means taking care of the whole person not just the physical aspect. It can apply to advocacy in the sense that the nurse should advocate for their needs. It is also empowering the patient for them to make decisions regarding their medical needs
Who defines health?
The patient after being properly informed by the nurse
What are some examples of internal factors of environment?
mental health and genetics
What are some external factors of environment?
Some external factors of environment include hospital policy, and laws
What is the definition of Technology?
” Describes the knowledge and use of tools, machines, materials, and processes to solve human problems” Giddens 2021
How does technology improve health care?
It improves health care by allowing care to be more technological, streamlined, and accurate
What are some of the downsides of technology?
Some of the downsides of technology includes that it is not always the most reliable (ex a digital chart might not alert you if a patients condition changes) or those charts can be hacked and breech patients confidential information
What is the definition of Informatics?
“Informatics is a science that includes information and computer science to ‘study the process, management, and retrevial of information ‘” Giddens 2021
How is informatics related to quality improvement?
It is related to quality improvement by using that data and research to develop more effective ways to treat and support patients.
How do health care policies impact patient safety?
They impact patient safety by ensuring that they recieve safe a proper care for their medical condition regardless of the circumstances ex the video of the nurse getting arrested for following policy
What is health policy?
Laws, regulation, and administrative action that improves care for all
What is the definition of health care quality?
” The degree to which both healthcare services for individuals and populations increase the likihood of designed outcomes consistent with professional knowledge” AHRQ 2018
What are the components of emotional intelligence?
Self-awareness, Self-management, Social-awareness, and relationship management
