Hello Administrators,
Recently, we have brought in a few new members of our team who will be joining us this week. To insure a smooth transition, we created new slogans to promote group productivity.
1. Before the incision, discuss the decision
In the Lingard article, the anesthesiologist had the incorrect type of IV. It took half an hour to get the correct Swan-Ganz into the room and begin the surgery, thus slowing down the process of that individuals surgery and the operating room for the rest of the day. This miscommunication could be avoided if the surgical team was to meet for 10 minutes the day before the operation to ensure that all the correct steps are taken and information shared to ensure a smooth and effective procedure. By discussing the decisions which are going to be made in the OR, it reduces the possibility for confusion or mistakes during the operation.
2. Don’t wait until it gets tough, bring the correct stuff C
Again in the Lingard article, another issue arose between the administrative staff and the surgical team. The staff surgeon asks for a “wishbone,” but the one he was provided with by the scrub nurse was not the correct one he wanted. In order to prevent an instance like this, make sure that you communicate with your team about what equipment is needed and wanted for the procedure.
3. Speak your mind, or others are blind
Although surgeons have a relative high power in the organization of the operating room, it is important for someone to speak up if they see something going wrong (Edmondson 2003). It can be intimidating for a nurse to speak up to a doctor, so it is important for everyone to feel comfortable with one another. Trust and communication will lead to overall successful procedures.
References
Lingard, L., Espin, S., Whyte, S., Regehr, G., Baker, G. R., Reznick, R., Bohnen, J., Orser, B., Doran, D., & Grober, E. (2004). Communication failures in the operating room: an observational classification of recurrent types and effects. BMJ Quality & Safety, 13(5), 330-334.
Edmondson, A. C. (2003). Speaking up in the operating room: How team leaders promote learning in interdisciplinary action teams. Journal of Management Studies, 40(6), 1419-1452.
Hey Group 2, I like what you did by relating the phrases to the scenario context – very clever! As far as content goes, you do well relating your advice to research topics we’ve covered. However, beyond relation and phrases, you don’t really elaborate on the topics much. It could be that the phrases and examples of them are enough, however, I feel even one sentence clarifying exactly what the phrase means could be helpful. This is totally up for debate though, I think this essay is well-done regardless!
Your group did an amazing job! Your phrases are really well put together and easy to remember. I also really like how you use specific examples from the operating room to explain your pieces of advice more thoroughly. I especially liked your third piece of advice because I think it would fix a lot of problems, especially in this case. By speaking up, many problems would be solved before they become too big to overlook. This would help to increase efficiency and lower risks in the operating room.
Love the rhymes! Your essay is super well organised and I love how you addressed the person rather than just stating facts! super job!