A Nurse Manager Questions the True Difference Between Primary Nursing

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse manager questions the true difference between primary nursing and total patient care.After careful consideration of both models,the nurse manager concludes that primary nursing differs significantly from total patient care in:

• A) Breadth of nursing knowledge and expertise required.
• B) Intention to provide holistic nursing.
• C) Time period of accountability.
• D) Levels and types of assessment.

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate calculated before the accounting period begins, used to allocate estimated overhead costs to products or job orders based on a chosen activity base.

Machine-Hours

A measurement of the amount of time machinery is operated, used in calculating production costs and efficiency.

Manufacturing Overhead

All manufacturing costs that are not directly attributable to a product, including indirect materials, labor, and other expenses.

Direct Labor-Hours

The total hours worked by employees who are directly involved in the production of goods.