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BMIS – L1 – SA – Q3.3 – Organisation culture in business

Identifies the cultural web element described by specific hospital terminology.

In a national hospital service, which of the elements of the cultural web would be described by the following terminology: white coats and uniforms, bleepers, doctor’s dining rooms and big institutions?

A   Routines and rituals

B   Organisation structure

C   Stories and myths

D   Symbols

D

Explanation:

The terminology such as white coats, uniforms, bleepers, doctor’s dining rooms, and big institutions represents symbols within the cultural web. Symbols are tangible or visual representations of an organisation’s culture, such as specific attire, equipment, or facilities, that convey meaning about the organisation’s identity and values. In a hospital, these items symbolize the professional and institutional nature of the healthcare environment.

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