NR 446 Collaborative Leadership
Study Guide Exam 1 (2026) With
Correct Verified And Well Analyzed
Answers Graded A+
Decision making
A complex/cognitive process often defined as choosing a particular
course of action
(The thought process of selecting a logical choice from the available
options)
Problem-solving
Part of the decision-making and is a systematic process that focuses
on analyzing a difficult situation
(Attempt to identify the root problem in situations)
Critical thinking
Also called reflective thinking, related to evaluation and has a broader
scope than decision making and problem solving. "The mental
process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing,
synthesizing, and evaluating information to reach an answer or
conclusion.
what qualities make a successful decision maker?
courage: willingness to take risks
sensitivity: Sensitive to a situation and to others.
Energy: need energy and desire
Creativity: Creative thinkers--develop ways to solve problems.
what are case studies?
,stories that impact learning, provide more interactive learning
experience.
what is simulation?
provides learners opportunities for problem solving that have little to
no risk to patients, allows for gaining skill before working directly
with acutely ill patients.
what is problem-based learning?
opportunities for individuals to address and learn from authentic
problems vicariously, meet in small groups and discuss and analyze
real-life problems.
what is the traditional problem-solving process?
includes 7 steps, effective but weakness is amount of time for proper
implementation. (less effective if there are time constraints).
what are the steps in traditional problem-solving process?
-Identify the problem
-gather data and analyze causes and consequences of problem
-explore alternative solutions
-evaluate the alternatives
-select the appropriate solution
-implement solution
-evaluate results
what is managerial decision-making modules?
also called rational decision-making models, created to address the
weakness of the traditional process which has 6 steps.
what are the steps in managerial decision-making modules?
-determine the decision and desired outcomes (set objectives)
-research and identify options
-compare and contrast these options and their consequences
-make a decision
-implement an action plan
-evaluate results
what is the nursing process?
, theoretical system for problem solving and making decisions,
weakness is requiring clearly stated objectives.
what are the steps to the nursing process?
ADPIE
assess
diagnose
plan
implement
evaluate
what would be an individual variation in decision making?
gender, values, life experiences, individual preference.
what are individual decisions?
those who make decisions alone frequently are not always good
because they are not able to understand problems fully or make
decisions from analytical and intuitive perspectives.
what is organizational decision?
need for managers and leaders to make quality decisions
emphasized.
Autocratic/authoritarian leadership
Strong control over work group
Others are directed with commands
Decision making does not involve others.
productivity is high. found in very large bureaucracies such as the
armed forces.
Democratic leadership
promotes autonomy and growth in individual workers; effective when
cooperation and coordination between groups is necessary. Less
control maintained
Others directed by suggestions/guidance
Decision making involves others
Criticism is constructive
Laissez-faire leadership
Study Guide Exam 1 (2026) With
Correct Verified And Well Analyzed
Answers Graded A+
Decision making
A complex/cognitive process often defined as choosing a particular
course of action
(The thought process of selecting a logical choice from the available
options)
Problem-solving
Part of the decision-making and is a systematic process that focuses
on analyzing a difficult situation
(Attempt to identify the root problem in situations)
Critical thinking
Also called reflective thinking, related to evaluation and has a broader
scope than decision making and problem solving. "The mental
process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing,
synthesizing, and evaluating information to reach an answer or
conclusion.
what qualities make a successful decision maker?
courage: willingness to take risks
sensitivity: Sensitive to a situation and to others.
Energy: need energy and desire
Creativity: Creative thinkers--develop ways to solve problems.
what are case studies?
,stories that impact learning, provide more interactive learning
experience.
what is simulation?
provides learners opportunities for problem solving that have little to
no risk to patients, allows for gaining skill before working directly
with acutely ill patients.
what is problem-based learning?
opportunities for individuals to address and learn from authentic
problems vicariously, meet in small groups and discuss and analyze
real-life problems.
what is the traditional problem-solving process?
includes 7 steps, effective but weakness is amount of time for proper
implementation. (less effective if there are time constraints).
what are the steps in traditional problem-solving process?
-Identify the problem
-gather data and analyze causes and consequences of problem
-explore alternative solutions
-evaluate the alternatives
-select the appropriate solution
-implement solution
-evaluate results
what is managerial decision-making modules?
also called rational decision-making models, created to address the
weakness of the traditional process which has 6 steps.
what are the steps in managerial decision-making modules?
-determine the decision and desired outcomes (set objectives)
-research and identify options
-compare and contrast these options and their consequences
-make a decision
-implement an action plan
-evaluate results
what is the nursing process?
, theoretical system for problem solving and making decisions,
weakness is requiring clearly stated objectives.
what are the steps to the nursing process?
ADPIE
assess
diagnose
plan
implement
evaluate
what would be an individual variation in decision making?
gender, values, life experiences, individual preference.
what are individual decisions?
those who make decisions alone frequently are not always good
because they are not able to understand problems fully or make
decisions from analytical and intuitive perspectives.
what is organizational decision?
need for managers and leaders to make quality decisions
emphasized.
Autocratic/authoritarian leadership
Strong control over work group
Others are directed with commands
Decision making does not involve others.
productivity is high. found in very large bureaucracies such as the
armed forces.
Democratic leadership
promotes autonomy and growth in individual workers; effective when
cooperation and coordination between groups is necessary. Less
control maintained
Others directed by suggestions/guidance
Decision making involves others
Criticism is constructive
Laissez-faire leadership
