Leadership Theories & Nursing Leadership – Lecture 3

32 question-and-answer flashcards covering leadership styles, nursing leadership elements, sources of power, and forms of authority as outlined in Lecture 3.

What is the main characteristic of an Autocratic/Authoritarian leader?

Makes decisions alone and closely supervises followers.

Which historical figure is used in the lecture as an example of an Autocratic leader?

Adolf Hitler.

How does a Democratic/Participative leader involve followers?

Includes them in decision-making but retains final authority.

Which historical figure illustrates the Democratic leadership style in the notes?

George Washington.

What does a Laissez-faire/Delegative leader allow followers to do?

Make their own decisions while the leader remains responsible.

Which monarch is cited as a Laissez-faire leader?

Queen Victoria.

What is the literal meaning of the French term “laissez-faire”?

“Let do.”

How does a Charismatic leader influence people?

By creating energy, enthusiasm, and appealing to emotions.

Which U.S. president is highlighted as a Charismatic leader?

Ronald Reagan.

What is the top priority of a Servant leader?

To encourage, support, and enable followers to reach their full potential.

Which U.S. president is given as an example of a Servant leader?

Abraham Lincoln.

According to the lecture, are leaders born or made?

Both—leadership is influenced by inherent personality and environment.

Give the acronym that outlines desirable nurse-leader traits.

L.E.A.D.E.R. – Lead/Love/Learn, Enthusiastic/Energetic, Assertive/Achiever, Dedicated/Desirous, Effective/Efficient, Responsible/Respectful.

Provide Gardner’s definition of Nursing Leadership.

The process by which a nurse influences one or more persons to achieve specific goals in the provision of nursing care.

List the six core elements of nursing leadership.

Vision, Influence, Power, Authority, Responsibility, Accountability.

Why is Vision critical in leadership?

It provides direction and must be communicated to followers for organizational success.

Name the three components of the Power Triangle related to Influence.

Influence, Communication, Recognition.

Define Power in the nursing context.

The ability to exercise authority and control through personal, organizational, and social strength, including empowering patients.

What patient outcome issue can result from a lack of nursing power?

Poor patient outcomes or inadequate nursing care.

List the five primary sources of power identified in the lecture.

Legitimate, Reward, Coercive, Expert, Referent.

What is Legitimate power?

Authority granted by one’s formal position in an organization’s hierarchy.

What is Reward power?

Power derived from the ability to grant rewards for compliance.

What is Coercive power?

Power based on the ability to punish for non-compliance.

What is Expert power?

Influence stemming from unique skills or specialized knowledge.

What is Referent power?

Influence based on relationships, connections, or networking.

How is Authority defined in the notes?

The right to expect or secure compliance, backed by legitimacy.

Name the three forms of Authority.

Line authority, Staff authority, Team authority.

What characterizes Line Authority?

Direct supervision with a strict chain of command from superior to subordinate.

What does Unity of Command mean within Line Authority?

Each employee receives orders from and reports to only one superior.

What is meant by Span of Control?

The number of employees directly supervised by one manager.

How is Staff Authority different from Line Authority?

It is advisory, based on expertise, and supports line managers.

What is Team Authority?

Decision-making authority granted to committees or work teams for daily operations.