NURS2204- MID SEM EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
State the 3 contemporary theories
1. trait theory "great man" late 19th to early 20th century
- great leaders were born that way and had sepcial characteristics which made them
leaders
- gave rise to psychometric tests which measured qualities to be a leader
2. behavioural theory- 1950's
- leadership skills can be learned- adapt to situation
1. consideration: person orientated
2. initiating structure: task orientated
3. autocratic, democratic, laissez faire- 1930's
Autocracy: leader is strong, trusted and confident. Decisions made without consultation,
followers motivated by fear
Democracy/participative: opinions and suggestions are taken into account. Staff are
kept informed of issues affecting them and open communication. Freedom of
, expression
Laissez Faire "leave alone/hands off": absence of leadership. Team members have
complete freedom to act and make decisions
Explain and apply leadership theories to nursing practice (3)
Transformational (20th centrury) --> from florenece nightingale in crimean war
▪ Resembles management, organisation driven
▪ Top-down and focuses on reward and punishment
▪ Transformational leaders inspire positive change
Collective (21st century)
▪ Leadership is a collective effort and everyone, at any level has a part to play- must
develop everyones capabilities
Authentic
▪ Know who they are, what they believe & value. Self-aware and genuine.
Acknowledges importance of ethical standards, transparency, honesty, creates healthier
work environment
State the definition of management and leaderhsip, and what is the key difference
● Management:
o Position of authority
o Centrally concerned with the operational aspects of planning, organising, and
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
State the 3 contemporary theories
1. trait theory "great man" late 19th to early 20th century
- great leaders were born that way and had sepcial characteristics which made them
leaders
- gave rise to psychometric tests which measured qualities to be a leader
2. behavioural theory- 1950's
- leadership skills can be learned- adapt to situation
1. consideration: person orientated
2. initiating structure: task orientated
3. autocratic, democratic, laissez faire- 1930's
Autocracy: leader is strong, trusted and confident. Decisions made without consultation,
followers motivated by fear
Democracy/participative: opinions and suggestions are taken into account. Staff are
kept informed of issues affecting them and open communication. Freedom of
, expression
Laissez Faire "leave alone/hands off": absence of leadership. Team members have
complete freedom to act and make decisions
Explain and apply leadership theories to nursing practice (3)
Transformational (20th centrury) --> from florenece nightingale in crimean war
▪ Resembles management, organisation driven
▪ Top-down and focuses on reward and punishment
▪ Transformational leaders inspire positive change
Collective (21st century)
▪ Leadership is a collective effort and everyone, at any level has a part to play- must
develop everyones capabilities
Authentic
▪ Know who they are, what they believe & value. Self-aware and genuine.
Acknowledges importance of ethical standards, transparency, honesty, creates healthier
work environment
State the definition of management and leaderhsip, and what is the key difference
● Management:
o Position of authority
o Centrally concerned with the operational aspects of planning, organising, and
