Which of the Following Is a Factor to Consider When

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a factor to consider when measuring nursing workload?

• A) number of hours worked by all staff
• B) number of hours worked by the nurse
• C) units of service and nurse intensity
• D) units used in one 24-hour shift

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Definitions:

Self-managing Work Teams

Groups of employees who are provided with the autonomy to plan, execute, and control their work without direct supervision.

Job Duties

The tasks and responsibilities assigned to an employee as part of their role within an organization.

Authority to Schedule

The power or right granted to individuals, such as managers, to set work hours, assign shifts, and plan the timing of tasks and activities within an organization.

Autonomy

The degree to which a job provides the employee with the independence and discretion to schedule their work and determine how it is carried out.