Clinical Situation: Jane Smith, a 30-Year-Old Obese Female Had a Cholecystectomy

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Clinical Situation: Jane Smith, a 30-year-old obese female had a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) 3 days ago. Her gallbladder symptoms began 6 months ago, but the physician wanted her to lose weight before the surgery. She has developed a postoperative infection and now requires wound care and dressing changes. You are assigned to care for Mrs. Smith for your clinical experience.
-When cleaning Mrs.Smith's wound,you start at the __________ area and work to the __________ area.

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Definitions:

Informal Communication System

Communication that takes place outside formal channels, often spontaneously or through social interactions.

Formal Organizations

Structured groups characterized by well-defined roles, regulations, and systems intended to achieve collective goals efficiently.

Synergy

The creation of a whole that is greater than the simple sum of its parts, often in a collaborative context.

Norming

A stage in team development where members establish norms and standards for behavior and work processes, leading to more cohesive and cooperative efforts.