What is the primary reason for using shared governance in an organizat

QUESTION

What is the primary reason for using shared governance in an organization?

1. It ensures high-quality care.
2. It improves nurses’ work environment, satisfaction, and retention.
3. Less time is spent in committee work.
4. It creates levels of middle management that increase the numbers of jobs for nurses within the organization

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 2

Shared governance is designed to give employees more opportunity to participate in the decisions of the organization. It is thought to improve nurses’ work environment, satisfaction, and retention. Although this model may improve the quality of care, it does not ensure high-quality care. The nurse who participates in shared governance will likely spend more time in committee work. There is no indication that this management style creates more nursing middle-management jobs.