Why Does Nursing Data Need to Be Stored in a Standard

question 32

Multiple Choice

Why does nursing data need to be stored in a standard format?

• A)To ensure similar assessment and treatment methods
• B) To make it measurable and retrievable
• C)To detail patient needs for research
• D)To ensure all nurses utilize the same vocabulary

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Definitions:

Product Cost

The total cost associated with making or acquiring a product, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead.

Period Cost

Costs that are not directly tied to the production process and are expensed in the period they are incurred, such as selling, general, and administrative expenses.

Fixed Cost

Costs that do not vary with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.

Variable Cost

A cost that varies with the level of output or sales, such as materials and labor directly involved in production.