A Trend in Psychiatric Nursing Related to Cost Controls Imposed

question 3

Multiple Choice

A trend in psychiatric nursing related to cost controls imposed in the managed care environment is:

• A) reduced emphasis on utilization review.
• B) a marked increase in the use of risk managers.
• C) reduced use of patient and family educators to promote compliance.
• D) a shift from acute inpatient to community-based positions.

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