During a fire drill, the nurse manager becomes very assertive and dire

QUESTION

During a fire drill, the nurse manager becomes very assertive and directive in her communications with staff. This type of situational leadership depends on:

a. Supportive behavior by the leader and immature followers.
b. The development level of the followers and the type of behavior of the leader.
c. Well-developed followers combined with a strong leader who acts quickly.
d. The leader’s ability to evaluate personnel and communicate that evaluation.

ANSWER:

ANS: B
When abilities, relationships, and/or time is limited (as in a crisis situation), the leader assumes a bigger role in guiding and in making decisions (Hersey and Blanchard and “telling” behavior).