The Joint Commission's (TJC's) Staffing Regulation States

question 12

Multiple Choice

The Joint Commission's (TJC's) staffing regulation states:

• A) staffing ratios are recommended in perinatal and critical care areas.
• B) nurse managers may determine the nurse-to-patient ratio as long as the patient's needs are being met.
• C) hospitals must also provide the right number of competent staff members to meet the patient's needs.
• D) hospitals may limit the number of admissions to ensure there are an adequate number of staff members to meet patient needs.

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