ANM Leadership and Management Styles 3

Question 1

An ANM encourages experienced nurses to lead committee work and rarely intervenes in their process. Which quadrant of situational leadership does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

S4 – Delegating

Answer

S4 Delegating is appropriate for highly competent and motivated followers who need low task and low relationship support.

Question 2

A transformational leader is MOST likely to:

Accepted Answer

Inspire staff with a shared vision and challenge them to innovate

Answer

Transformational leaders motivate by articulating a compelling vision, fostering innovation, and appealing to intrinsic values.

Question 3

Which leadership competency involves a leader's ability to understand and manage their own emotions as well as those of others?

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence

Answer

Emotional intelligence (EI), described by Goleman, is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions in oneself and others, critical for nursing leadership.

Question 4

An ANM always consults staff before making scheduling changes and encourages team voting on policy updates. This best describes which style?

Accepted Answer

Democratic/participative

Answer

Democratic (participative) leaders involve staff in decision-making, which enhances buy-in, job satisfaction, and team collaboration.

Question 5

The concept of servant leadership in nursing management is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Prioritizing the growth and well-being of staff to enhance their ability to serve patients

Answer

Servant leadership centers on meeting staff needs so they can perform at their best, ultimately improving patient care outcomes.

(ANM) Assistant Nurse Manager Certification Practice Test

(ANM) Assistant Nurse Manager Certification Practice Test

ANM Leadership and Management Styles 3