When Deciding Which Staffing Option to Use on a Nursing

question 16

Multiple Choice

When deciding which staffing option to use on a nursing unit that will open soon, the manager realizes that:

• A) continuity of care is enhanced and errors are reduced when nurses provide care over longer shifts and consecutive workdays, such as 12-hour shifts on 3 consecutive days per week.
• B) the use of part-time nurses provides the variability needed to meet diverse patient needs.
• C) satisfaction of the staff equates to satisfaction of patients.
• D) nurses provide the same level of care, regardless of the work environment.

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