An Increase in the Number of Nursing Homes and Community

question 77

Multiple Choice

An increase in the number of nursing homes and community health centers and the expansion of home care has led to an increase in the demand for nurses.At the same time, improving opportunities for women in business have reduced the supply of nurses.Hospitals, the major employers of nurses, have resisted wage increases.The resulting situation could be described as

• A)the cost disease of the service sector.
• B)a shortage of nurses.
• C)the problem of auxiliary restrictions.
• D)the wage floor problem.

Recognize the concept of retaliation within the context of employment law and its implications for employees and employers.

Comprehend the defenses available to employers in employment discrimination suits, including bona fide occupational qualifications and business necessity.

Analyze scenarios involving employment discrimination to determine potential violations of federal employment laws.

Understand the implications of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act in relation to employment practices.

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