HESI Leadership Exam Version 3| 55 Questions
and Verified Answers | 2024 Update
The student nurse is assisting the registered nurse (RN) in collecting feedback from
superiors and peers. The questions they are asking address comments to the RN
about his or her work quality that affects the environment and overall productivity.
Which theory does the student nurse think the RN is applying practically as a leader?
- ANSWERStyle theory
In evaluating risks, what does the nurse understand is the responsibility of risk
managers? - ANSWERInvolving perspectives from numerous disciplines
Which nurse manager's behaviors and outcomes denote the qualities of
transformational leadership? - ANSWERNurse Manager 2: Question old ways and
find new solutions.
The nurse leader is teaching about the role of followers to the nursing staff. Which
statement made by the nursing staff is true regarding the followers' traits? Select all
that apply. - ANSWERA follower demonstrates collaborative behavior in daily
practice.
A follower cooperates with the leader and peers to reach the team goal.
Which critical factors would the nurse say are associated with situational-
contingency theory? Select all that apply. - ANSWERThe ability of the leader to
reward followers
The degree of trust and respect between leaders and followers
The task structure about goals and the complexity of the problems being faced
A nurse manager is assessing the qualities of a team that is led by the nurse leader.
Which qualities indicate an effective team? Select all that apply. - ANSWERInformal
in the work environment
Ability to handle conflicts by open discussions
What statements are related to a mentorship program organized by the nurse
manager in a health organization? Select all that apply. - ANSWERIt expands the
knowledge about cultural diversity.
It involves selection of mentors who ascribe to transcultural values and beliefs.
It should not make people of different cultures pattern their behavior after the
prevailing culture.
The registered nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about the role of the
nurse as a leader. Which statement by a student nurse indicates effective learning? -
ANSWER"The goal of the nurse manager is to develop a shared vision of the future
with direct care nurses."
, The nurse, as a leader, takes care of himself or herself to promote the nurse's ability
to care for the staff. Which of Gardner's tasks of leadership is the nurse applying in
practice? - ANSWERRenewing.
A hospital wants to implement the primary nursing model on the premises. Which
challenges are likely to be faced by the management? Select all that apply. -
ANSWERLack of nurse availability.
Lack of experienced nurses.
Which statement of the nurse leader reflects the actions suggested by the Joint
Commission for disruptive behavior by a direct care nurse? - ANSWER"You are
terminated, effective now."
Sheesh.
The nurse resolves a conflict with another nurse by using accommodation. In what
situations is accommodation appropriate for resolving conflict? Select all that apply.
- ANSWERFacing trivial issues
Other person's solutions appear better
When harmonious relationships have to be preserved
A nurse manager asks for extra help from other nurses in the unit. In exchange, the
nurse manager ensures special care for the parent of a staff nurse who is currently a
client in the hospital. Which behavior does the nurse manager exhibit? -
ANSWERQuid pro quo
The nurse manager is looking to include members of the health care team in the
decision-making process but finds that many members are reluctant to offer ideas.
Which approach by the manager generates a large volume of creative options while
encouraging reticent members of the team to participate? - ANSWERBrainstorming!
A nurse leader wants to communicate and explain changes to hospital rules to team
members. Which approaches should the nurse leader follow for effective
communication? Select all that apply. - ANSWERExplaining the reason behind the
change
Providing the opportunity for dialogue and feedback
Giving information that addresses the listener's self-interest
The chief operating officer conducts an interview for the position of nurse leader and
asks about Kotter's eight-step model. Which attribute cited by the nurse relating to
helping build the momentum is correct? - ANSWERForming a powerful coalition
Which behavior is an example of the nurse's role as an executive in the Gardner task
of leadership? - ANSWERRepresenting the organization and client care services on
councils
and Verified Answers | 2024 Update
The student nurse is assisting the registered nurse (RN) in collecting feedback from
superiors and peers. The questions they are asking address comments to the RN
about his or her work quality that affects the environment and overall productivity.
Which theory does the student nurse think the RN is applying practically as a leader?
- ANSWERStyle theory
In evaluating risks, what does the nurse understand is the responsibility of risk
managers? - ANSWERInvolving perspectives from numerous disciplines
Which nurse manager's behaviors and outcomes denote the qualities of
transformational leadership? - ANSWERNurse Manager 2: Question old ways and
find new solutions.
The nurse leader is teaching about the role of followers to the nursing staff. Which
statement made by the nursing staff is true regarding the followers' traits? Select all
that apply. - ANSWERA follower demonstrates collaborative behavior in daily
practice.
A follower cooperates with the leader and peers to reach the team goal.
Which critical factors would the nurse say are associated with situational-
contingency theory? Select all that apply. - ANSWERThe ability of the leader to
reward followers
The degree of trust and respect between leaders and followers
The task structure about goals and the complexity of the problems being faced
A nurse manager is assessing the qualities of a team that is led by the nurse leader.
Which qualities indicate an effective team? Select all that apply. - ANSWERInformal
in the work environment
Ability to handle conflicts by open discussions
What statements are related to a mentorship program organized by the nurse
manager in a health organization? Select all that apply. - ANSWERIt expands the
knowledge about cultural diversity.
It involves selection of mentors who ascribe to transcultural values and beliefs.
It should not make people of different cultures pattern their behavior after the
prevailing culture.
The registered nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about the role of the
nurse as a leader. Which statement by a student nurse indicates effective learning? -
ANSWER"The goal of the nurse manager is to develop a shared vision of the future
with direct care nurses."
, The nurse, as a leader, takes care of himself or herself to promote the nurse's ability
to care for the staff. Which of Gardner's tasks of leadership is the nurse applying in
practice? - ANSWERRenewing.
A hospital wants to implement the primary nursing model on the premises. Which
challenges are likely to be faced by the management? Select all that apply. -
ANSWERLack of nurse availability.
Lack of experienced nurses.
Which statement of the nurse leader reflects the actions suggested by the Joint
Commission for disruptive behavior by a direct care nurse? - ANSWER"You are
terminated, effective now."
Sheesh.
The nurse resolves a conflict with another nurse by using accommodation. In what
situations is accommodation appropriate for resolving conflict? Select all that apply.
- ANSWERFacing trivial issues
Other person's solutions appear better
When harmonious relationships have to be preserved
A nurse manager asks for extra help from other nurses in the unit. In exchange, the
nurse manager ensures special care for the parent of a staff nurse who is currently a
client in the hospital. Which behavior does the nurse manager exhibit? -
ANSWERQuid pro quo
The nurse manager is looking to include members of the health care team in the
decision-making process but finds that many members are reluctant to offer ideas.
Which approach by the manager generates a large volume of creative options while
encouraging reticent members of the team to participate? - ANSWERBrainstorming!
A nurse leader wants to communicate and explain changes to hospital rules to team
members. Which approaches should the nurse leader follow for effective
communication? Select all that apply. - ANSWERExplaining the reason behind the
change
Providing the opportunity for dialogue and feedback
Giving information that addresses the listener's self-interest
The chief operating officer conducts an interview for the position of nurse leader and
asks about Kotter's eight-step model. Which attribute cited by the nurse relating to
helping build the momentum is correct? - ANSWERForming a powerful coalition
Which behavior is an example of the nurse's role as an executive in the Gardner task
of leadership? - ANSWERRepresenting the organization and client care services on
councils
