How Can Staff Nurses Play an Important Role in Controlling

question 23

Multiple Choice

How can staff nurses play an important role in controlling health care costs? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Becoming aware of cost of supplies
• B) Questioning the need for unnecessary or repetitive tests
• C) Suggesting the use of brand-name medications to support the economy
• D) Handwashing to prevent infections
• E) Assuring that the payment method is identified on admission

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Definitions:

Total Quality Management

A management approach focused on continuous improvement of products, services, and processes by considering the input of all members of an organization.

Continuous Improvement

A method of constantly seeking ways to improve services, processes, or products through incremental adjustments or significant breakthroughs.

Teamwork

The collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal or complete a task in the most effective and efficient way.

Health and Safety Training

Training programs focused on teaching employees about workplace safety procedures and how to prevent accidents and injuries.