Question 1

How should followership be described?

Accepted Answer

A) A well-defined science 
B) Something that cannot be taught or cultivated 
C) A role one chooses to accept 
D) The least significant aspect of a leadership "event" 
A) A well-defined science 
B) Something that cannot be taught or cultivated 
C) A role one chooses to accept 
D) The least significant aspect of a leadership "event"

Question 2

A follower thinks critically about the leader's suggestions but remains passive and perhaps even somewhat hostile. What type of follower is this?

Accepted Answer

A) Sheep 
B) Alienated follower 
C) "Yes" person 
D) Contributor 
A) Sheep 
B) Alienated follower 
C) "Yes" person 
D) Contributor

Question 3

A nurse follower is an active participant but is dependent on others and does not engage in critical thinking. What type of follower is this nurse?

Accepted Answer

A) Star follower 
B) Alienated follower 
C) Sheep 
D) "Yes" person 
A) Star follower 
B) Alienated follower 
C) Sheep 
D) "Yes" person

Question 4

How should a nurse leader use power?

Accepted Answer

A) As an influence to direct the group and realize the vision 
B) To control the group and select people for certain positions 
C) To reward those who follow the wishes of the leader 
D) As an influence to strengthen the leader's power base 
A) As an influence to direct the group and realize the vision 
B) To control the group and select people for certain positions 
C) To reward those who follow the wishes of the leader 
D) As an influence to strengthen the leader's power base

Question 5

Using frameworks described by Kelley (1998) and Pittman, Rosenbach, and Potter (1998), which terms are most alike in their characteristics?

Accepted Answer

A) "Yes" people and contributors 
B) Effective followers and politicians 
C) Sheep and subordinates 
D) Alienated followers and partners 
A) "Yes" people and contributors 
B) Effective followers and politicians 
C) Sheep and subordinates 
D) Alienated followers and partners

How should followership be described?

A follower thinks critically about the leader's suggestions but remains passive and perhaps even somewhat hostile. What type of follower is this?

A nurse follower is an active participant but is dependent on others and does not engage in critical thinking. What type of follower is this nurse?

How should a nurse leader use power?

Using frameworks described by Kelley (1998) and Pittman, Rosenbach, and Potter (1998), which terms are most alike in their characteristics?

The Phenomenon of Leadership: Classichistorical and Contemporary Leadership Theories

The Nature of Leadership: Distinguishing Leadership From Management

Disequilibrium and Chaos: Challenging, Invigorating, and Growth Producing

The New World and New Leadership: Changing Our Thinking About Leaders

Leadership As an Integral Component of Each Nurses Professional Role

Vision and Creativity

Gender Perspectives in Leadership

Shaping a Preferred Future for Nursing

Developing As a Leader Throughout Ones Career

Leadership, Excellence, and Creating the Future of Nursing

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Exam 5: Followership and Empowerment

How should followership be described?

A follower thinks critically about the leader's suggestions but remains passive and perhaps even somewhat hostile. What type of follower is this?

A nurse follower is an active participant but is dependent on others and does not engage in critical thinking. What type of follower is this nurse?

How should a nurse leader use power?

Using frameworks described by Kelley (1998) and Pittman, Rosenbach, and Potter (1998), which terms are most alike in their characteristics?

The Phenomenon of Leadership: Classichistorical and Contemporary Leadership Theories

The Nature of Leadership: Distinguishing Leadership From Management

Disequilibrium and Chaos: Challenging, Invigorating, and Growth Producing

The New World and New Leadership: Changing Our Thinking About Leaders

Leadership As an Integral Component of Each Nurses Professional Role

Vision and Creativity

Gender Perspectives in Leadership

Shaping a Preferred Future for Nursing

Developing As a Leader Throughout Ones Career

Leadership, Excellence, and Creating the Future of Nursing

Filters