The Medical-Surgical Unit Is at Capacity and the Clients Have

question 24

Multiple Choice

The medical-surgical unit is at capacity and the clients have a high acuity, requiring care such as turning, bathing, toileting, and feeding. Which level of supplementary staff would be cost-effective?

• A) Additional RNs
• B) Additional unit clerks
• C) Additional licensed practical nurses
• D) Additional unlicensed assistive personnel

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