The Staffing Method Used When Units Are Staffed Below Maximum

question 4

Multiple Choice

The staffing method used when units are staffed below maximum workload conditions and staff is then supplemented when needed is called:

• A) fixed staffing.
• B) variable staffing.
• C) strategic staffing.
• D) staffing by acuity.

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