Acuity data and nursing hours per patient day (NHPPD) are concrete data parameters that are primarily used to:
a. benchmark. c. develop a nursing budget.
b. adjust staffing levels. d. review patient care outcomes.
B
NHPPD measure productive nursing hours as a tool to monitor staffing and scheduling.
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