Which statement best reflects the position taken by the Joint Commission on mandated staffing ratios?
A) Supportive, arguing that more states should follow California's model
B) Criticism that ratios as not flexible enough due to failure to address diversity of U.S. hospitals
C) Watchful waiting by other states until California's experience can be fully evaluated
D) Direct opposition to the implementation because of the current nursing shortage
B
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