The Nursing Staff of a Medical-Surgical Unit Would Like to Work

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nursing staff of a medical-surgical unit would like to work four 10-hour shifts each week. For which reason would the unit nurse manager probably deny this request?

• A) There is no overlap of staff.
• B) There are not enough nurses working during a 24-hour period.
• C) This would create discord and confusion with other healthcare departments.
• D) This staffing pattern would not be cost-efficient.

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