Your Friend Paula Is an Experienced Nurse Who Recently Relocated

question 10

Multiple Choice

Your friend Paula is an experienced nurse who recently relocated and accepted a position on the inpatient rehabilitation unit at the University X Healthcare System. Her previous position was on a general medical unit in a small community hospital. She had thrived in this position for over 10 years. In her new position she will be working day to day with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. Paula is concerned about the changes she will face. Most specifically, she worries that she will not 'fit in' with this new culture. She seeks you out for advice.
You inform Paula that culture can be defined using three levels - artifacts, exposed values, and basic assumptions and values. Paula shares with you an example of artifact at University X Healthcare System. She has:

• A) Observed how people behave which is an artifact of culture.
• B) Researched the vision, mission, and values statements published on webpages, on posters, and in team charters are examples of artifacts.
• C) Reflected on unconscious workings that underlie the core behaviors of a group which is an artifact of culture.
• D) All of the answers.

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Definitions:

Interconnected

Relating to elements or systems linked with each other directly or indirectly, affecting or being affected by one another.

Entire System

A complete and comprehensive structure or entity comprised of interconnected parts working together.

Technological Control

The use of technology to regulate activities or processes, often to increase efficiency or enforce standards.

Direct Control

The exercise of authority to manage and govern organizations or territories with overt power, typically involving clear and immediate commands.