The Infrastructure of an Organization: A Systems Theory View
Differentiate between closed and open systems Analyze how goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards support an organization's mission and values
Evaluate a department or unit within a health care organization using the components of systems theory
Discussion: Transitioning From Closed to Open Systems How do effective nurse leaders and others approach problem solving and decision making in organizations?
As suggested in this week's Learning Resources, systems theory provides a valuable way to assess situations and prepare to address problems.