Describe the four themes of Organizational Culture

What will be an ideal response?


Correct answers should include the following points.
o Organizational culture is largely invisible but it does exist and it does have an impact on outcomes.
o Culture is largely invisible, intangible, and ambiguous, leading to confusion about what it is and difficulties measuring it.
o Organizational culture is based on the shared experiences of its members or is "socially constructed"—a group phenomenon that helps members of the group make sense both of their workplace and their work experiences.
o Each organization has a unique culture that evolves over time.

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A patient is found to have high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. He is told he has type II hyperlipidemia. What should be explained to this patient concerning this condition?

1. There is no effective medication to treat this condition. 2. Diet therapy is the only effective treatment with this type of condition. 3. This condition is curable with a regular diet and medications for life. 4. Diet modifications and medication are helpful in normalizing lipid levels.

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A. duration B. peak C. trough D. onset

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The nurse is making a postpartum home visit in the summer. The new father asks about taking the baby to a family outing this weekend. The nurse should encourage the father to:

1. Cover the infant with dark blankets to block the sun. 2. Keep the infant in the shade. 3. Uncover the infant's head to prevent hyperthermia. 4. Avoid taking the infant outdoors for 6 months.

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