DQ 12

· Select one question as your DQ 1

· Follow the discussion questions participation and submission guidelines.

· Follow the 3 x 3 rule: minimum three paragraphs per DQ, with a minimum of three sentences each paragraph.

· All answers or discussions comments submitted must be in APA format according to Publication Manual American Psychological Association (APA) (7th ed.) ISBN: 978-1-4338-3216-1

· Minimum of two references, not older than 2015.

Chapter 12: Leadership and Systems-Based Professional Nursing Practice

1. What are the differences between microsystems and macrosystems in health care? Identify some issues in the microsystem where you practice as a student nurse that could be improved.

2. What are some similarities and differences between the leadership role in nursing and the manager role in nursing?

Requirements: minimum three paragraphs

Answer preview

Most policies and guidelines are made at the macro level affecting the different groups within the industry. These roles are delegated to the microsystems. In relation, the microsystem will then focus on the delivery of quality service in line with the policies. The role of implementation delegated to microsystems makes them critical in facilitating sustainable change and positive patient outcomes in the sector. There are several challenges experienced by the microsystem where I work as a nurse student. One major challenge is the coordination of activities in a multidisciplinary team. Valuing and trusting team members’ efforts and expertise is a major challenge affecting multidisciplinary teams that help patients with complex care needs (Berg, Akerjordet, Ekstedt & Aase, 2018). In the past, poor coordination and teamwork have led to delay in care delivery and negative patient outcomes affecting the macro system’s overall performance.

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