Leadership Roles and Management functions in Nursing

The nurse is applying a decision making process to a clinical challenge. When applying this process the nurse must? A. Choose between different courses of action B. Analyze the root cause of a situation C. Prioritize the maximum good for the maximum number of people D. Begin by solving the underlying problem A. Choose between different courses of action Feedback: Decision making is a complex, cognitive process often defined as choosing a particular course of action. Problem solving is part of decision making and is a systematic process that focuses on analyzing a difficult situation. It is not always realistic for the nurse to solve each of the problems contributing to a larger challenge, especially at the beginning of the decision-making process. The nurse often lacks the time, information, or resources to analyze the root causes of a situation. Many times, the nurse makes a decision that benefits the largest number of people, but this is not always feasible or desirable The nurse is applying the traditional problem-solving model when mediating in a conflict between two colleagues. When applying this model, the nurse should prioritize what task? A. Encouraging each nurse to reflect on his or her actions B. Implementing a solution as quickly as possible C. Eliciting input from other nurses D. Identify the root cause of conflict D. Identify the root cause of conflict Feedback: The traditional problem-solving model attempts to identify the root problem in situations, a task that can require much time and energy. Efficiency is desirable, but trying to implement a solution as quickly as possible can result in a hasty and incorrect solution. Reflective thinking is always beneficial, but this is not a specific component of the traditional problem-solving model. Outside input may or may not be necessary; this varies with each individual problem