Which leadership style allows staff nurses to participate in decision-making while the leader retains final responsibility?
Correct answer: B. Democratic leadership
- A. Autocratic leadership
- B. Democratic leadership
- C. Laissez-faire leadership
- D. Bureaucratic leadership
Explanation
Democratic leadership involves staff in decisions and encourages shared discussion. The leader still coordinates the work and remains responsible for the final decision, unlike laissez-faire leadership, which provides little direction.
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