Which Statement Is True Regarding the Shortage of Nurses in the United

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding the shortage of nurses in the United States?

• A) There are a larger proportion of younger nurses in the workforce as compared with older nurses.
• B) As a result of decreased RN-to-client ratios, there is a decrease in client mortality in the clinical setting.
• C) Increased needs for baccalaureate nurses are not being met by current enrollment.
• D) There are adequate classroom and clinical facilities for training RNs.

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