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Which of the following descriptions best describes "leadership"? (A) A firm, unyielding position on what should be done to solve a problem (B) A set of beliefs based upon principle (C) A posit... ive, "let's do something about it" attitude toward problems (D) A posture of resistance to those in authority - ANS -Correct Answer: A positive, "let's do something about it" attitude toward problems A leadership stance is a positive, can-do approach to solving problems. It is not an opinion, a belief, or a reflexive opposition to people in power. Reggie is a new pharmacist in a surgical intensive care unit. He notices that it is taking an average of three hours from the time an order is placed until a patient receives an antibiotic (the goal is one hour). What might Reggie do if he were to act like a leader? (A) Look into the cause of the problem and research how other ICUs have solved it. (B) Tell his supervisor about the data. (C) Transfer to a different ICU that has improved outcomes. (D) Make sure that patients during his shift get antibiotics faster by paying close attention to orders. - ANS -Correct Answer: Look into the cause of the problem and research how other ICUs have solved it. One way to take a leadership stance is to seek out strong ideas for solving a problem. By looking at published articles by people who have overcome a similar challenge, Reggie is taking a leadership stance. Reggie takes a look at the time between antibiotic order and administration in the other ICUs in his hospital. He discovers that most of the ICUs have the same problem. This is an example of which of the following actions of leaders discussed in this lesson? (A) Reframing the issue (B) Connecting to a powerful ally (C) Forming a clearer picture of the problem (D) Proving his case - ANS -Correct Answer: Forming a clearer picture of the problem Reggie gathered some data and realized that this problem affects nearly all the ICU patients in his hospital. Having formed a clearer picture of the problem, he now is in an excellent position to engage the hospital's leadership When effective leaders hear others complaining about a problem, which action would they most likely take? [Show More]

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