Asked by Milanpreet kaur Chana on Jun 03, 2024
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A nurse is working in a facility that has fewer directors with managers and staff able to make shared decisions. In which type of organizational structure is the nurse employed?
A) Delegation
B) Research-based
C) Decentralization
D) Philosophy of care
Decentralization
The process of distributing or dispersing functions, powers, people or things away from a central location or authority.
Organizational Structure
The hierarchical arrangement of lines of authority, communications, rights, and duties within an organization.
Directors
Individuals in charge of overseeing the management and operational decisions in organizations or departments.
- Understand the significance of self-governance and joint decision-making processes in nursing practices.
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DL
Dineeka LeeniyagodaJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The decentralized management structure often has fewer directors, and managers and staff are able to make shared decisions. The American Nurses Association defines delegation as transferring responsibility for the performance of an activity or task while retaining accountability for the outcome. Research-based means care is based upon evidence. A philosophy of care includes the professional nursing staff's values and concerns for the way they view and care for patients. For example, a philosophy addresses the purpose of the nursing unit, how staff works with patients and families, and the standards of care for the work unit.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of self-governance and joint decision-making processes in nursing practices.