Society | Definition | Social Groups-Types | Structures | Intergroup Relationship | Group Cycle | Group Behaviour and Group Morale | Mock Test | Staff Nurse | Guides Academy

Society – definition, social groups-types, structures, intergroup relationship, group cycle, group behaviour and group morale.

Society is a structured group of individuals bound by shared customs, laws, and institutions. Social groups are collections of individuals interacting with a shared purpose; they can be primary (e.g., family) or secondary (e.g., workplace). Group structures refer to roles, norms, and status within the group. Intergroup relationships involve cooperation, competition, conflict, or accommodation between different groups. The group cycle includes formation, development, performance, and dissolution. Group behaviour refers to how individuals act collectively, influenced by group norms and dynamics. Group morale is the overall spirit, enthusiasm, and satisfaction of group members, which affects group productivity and cohesion.

Time: 15:00

In sociology, which of the following best defines a "society"?

[a] Any large collection of people in a city.

[b] A group of people who share a common culture, territory, and social institutions.

[c] The administrative body that governs a country.

[d] A group of professionals working in the same field, such as nursing.

A "social group" is best defined as:

[a] Individuals who happen to be in the same place at the same time.

[b] All people who share a single characteristic, like being a nurse.

[c] Two or more people who interact regularly and share a sense of common identity.

[d] People who follow the same social media account.

A patient's family, which provides close, intimate, and long-lasting emotional support, is the best example of which type of social group?

[a] A secondary group

[b] A primary group

[c] A reference group

[d] A formal group

A team of healthcare professionals (nurses, doctors, therapists) working together on a hospital ward is a classic example of a:

[a] Secondary group

[b] Primary group

[c] Kinship group

[d] Social category

A nurse who feels a strong sense of loyalty and belonging to their specific nursing unit, while viewing other units as "different" or "rivals," is demonstrating the concept of:

[a] Group morale

[b] Group cycle

[c] Reference groups

[d] In-groups and out-groups

A nursing student who emulates the behavior, professional standards, and values of experienced registered nurses is using them as a:

[a] Secondary group

[b] Peer group

[c] Reference group

[d] Control group

The unwritten rules within a nursing unit, such as always helping a colleague who is overwhelmed with their tasks, are known as:

[a] Social statuses

[b] Group cycles

[c] Social norms

[d] Formal structures

The set of expected behaviors associated with a specific position, such as "charge nurse" or "student nurse," is known as a social:

[a] Norm

[b] Role

[c] Status

[d] Group

A new patient care committee is experiencing disagreements and personality clashes as members vie for influence. According to Tuckman's model, this phase is best described as:

[a] Forming

[b] Norming

[c] Performing

[d] Storming

A cohesive nursing team quickly agrees on a care plan without challenging any potential flaws because the members desire harmony. This dangerous phenomenon is known as:

[a] Social loafing

[b] Group morale

[c] Groupthink

[d] Conformity

What is "group morale"?

[a] The number of people in a group.

[b] The formal rules that govern a group.

[c] The collective spirit, enthusiasm, and confidence of a group's members.

[d] The stage where a group disbands.

When the nursing and physical therapy departments work together seamlessly to create a patient's rehabilitation plan, they are demonstrating:

[a] Intergroup conflict

[b] Intergroup cooperation

[c] Social stratification

[d] Groupthink

A situation where two hospital departments compete for a limited budget, leading to tension and a breakdown in communication, is an example of:

[a] Socialization

[b] Cooperation

[c] Intergroup conflict

[d] Group morale

When a nursing team resolves its initial conflicts and establishes clear, agreed-upon ways of working together and respecting each other, it has entered which stage of the group cycle?

[a] Forming

[b] Storming

[c] Adjourning

[d] Norming

A new nurse changes their way of speaking and interacting with patients to match the behavior of the senior nurses on the unit. This is an example of:

[a] Social loafing

[b] Conformity

[c] Group conflict

[d] Prejudice

A nurse assuming that all patients from a particular ethnic group will have a low pain tolerance, without any evidence, is an example of:

[a] Cooperation

[b] Social norms

[c] Stereotyping

[d] Cultural competence

According to Tuckman's model, what happens during the "Forming" stage of a new group, such as a newly assembled nursing committee?

[a] The group works efficiently towards its goals.

[b] The group experiences significant conflict.

[c] Members are polite, get to know each other, and are uncertain about their roles.

[d] The group completes its task and disbands.

A hospital's official ethics committee, with defined roles, rules, and a specific mandate, is a clear example of a:

[a] Formal group

[b] Informal group

[c] Primary group

[d] Peer group

In a group project for a nursing class, one student nurse contributes very little, assuming the other hard-working members will handle the bulk of the work. This behavior is called:

[a] Groupthink

[b] Conformity

[c] Social loafing

[d] Group morale

Which factor is most likely to INCREASE the morale of a nursing team?

[a] Unclear job expectations

[b] Lack of necessary resources and supplies

[c] Supportive leadership and recognition of good work

[d] Constant unresolved conflict between team members

The final stage in the group cycle, where a temporary team (like a task force) completes its mission and disbands, is known as:

[a] Performing

[b] Storming

[c] Adjourning

[d] Norming

In a hospital hierarchy, the position of "Head of Nursing" carries a higher level of prestige and authority than a "Staff Nurse." This difference in social standing refers to:

[a] Social role

[b] Social status

[c] Social norm

[d] Social group

Low morale within a nursing team is a significant concern for hospital administration primarily because it often leads to:

[a] Increased innovation and problem-solving.

[b] Better communication between staff.

[c] Higher patient satisfaction scores.

[d] Increased staff turnover and potential for errors in patient care.

A group of nurses from different units who regularly eat lunch together and share personal stories, without any official mandate from the hospital, represent an:

[a] A formal group

[b] A secondary group

[c] An informal group

[d] A reference group

The most effective nursing teams are typically in the ________ stage of group development, where they work collaboratively and efficiently to achieve patient care goals.

[a] Forming

[b] Storming

[c] Norming

[d] Performing