A nurse is ready to insert an indwelling urinary catheter for a female client. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client as the catheter is inserted?

A. The charge nurse should follow the staff closely and tell them every single thing they could possibly be doing wrong:

Micromanaging and focusing solely on the negatives can create a stressful and demoralizing work environment. This approach is less likely to motivate and inspire staff.

B. Make the staff aware that all errors will be severely punished:

A punitive approach to errors can create a culture of fear and may not foster a supportive environment for learning and improvement. It can lead to decreased morale and job satisfaction.

C. Acknowledge staff accomplishments when warranted and provide positive feedback:

This is the most effective approach. Recognizing and acknowledging staff achievements, providing positive feedback, and celebrating successes contribute to a positive work environment. It motivates staff to continue their efforts and fosters a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

D. Provide negative feedback with all errors:

While constructive feedback is essential for learning and improvement, a balance between constructive criticism and positive reinforcement is crucial. Constant negative feedback without recognition of positive efforts can lead to decreased morale.

A. Autocratic:

Autocratic leadership involves making decisions without seeking input from others. In this scenario, the charge nurse is eliciting opinions from all group members and organizing a vote, which suggests a more collaborative approach rather than a purely autocratic one.

B. Scientific:

Scientific leadership, often associated with Frederick Taylor's principles of scientific management, involves using data and analysis to make decisions. The scenario does not provide information suggesting a strong emphasis on scientific principles in the decision-making process.

C. Democratic:

Democratic leadership involves including team members in decision-making, seeking their opinions, and often using a voting or consensus-building approach. The charge nurse's approach of eliciting opinions and organizing a vote aligns with democratic leadership.

D. Laizzez-faire:

Laissez-faire leadership involves a hands-off approach, where the leader allows group members considerable freedom to make decisions. In the scenario, the charge nurse is actively seeking input and organizing a vote, which is more indicative of a democratic style rather than laissez-faire.