The Nursing Manager of a Surgical Unit Has Been Asked

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nursing manager of a surgical unit has been asked by administration to evaluate patient outcomes after cardiac catheterization.Using data about patient outcomes after cardiac catheterization for the past 6 months so as to modify practice is an example of:

• A) Gathering information.
• B) Cost-effective care.
• C) Meeting standards.
• D) Evidence-informed practice.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, including equipment maintenance, factory rent, and utilities.

Cost of Goods Sold

Costs incurred directly from the creation of a company's sold products, encompassing both the price of materials and the wages for labor.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that provides a snapshot of a company's financial position at a specific point in time, showing assets, liabilities, and equity.

Spreadsheet

A software tool that allows users to organize, analyze, and store data in a table with rows and columns.