In what ways can hospitals meet The Joint Commission goals of adequate competent staffing?
a. Using contract nurses
b. Training and educating staff
c. Promoting "best nurses"
d. Salary inequities
ANS: B
Training and education are the best methods for ensuring competency. The other options do not address competency.
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