A nurse-manager has proposed a change in the skills mix on a hospital unit, with fewer registered nurses and more nursing assistants. What outcome best demonstrates that the nurse is applying the principles of thought leadership?

Individuals who oppose the plan have become isolated by their peers.

Nurses and nursing assistants will both participate in the operations planning.

The ultimate decision on the matter will be based on rational ideas rather than emotions.

Skeptics of the plan have begun to see it as innovative and beneficial.