A nurse is discussing with a colleague the current nursing issues occurring at the hospital where he is employed. Which of the following topics are most likely to be reported? (Select all that apply.)
a. Budget constraints have not allowed an increase in nursing salaries.
b. There is increased specialization by professional nurses, contributing to a nursing shortage.
c. Staffing by registered nurses has decreased while use of unlicensed assistive personnel has increased.
d. Nurses are demanding a share in decision making.
e. Sign-on bonuses and recruitment of new graduates are used to maintain nursing staff.
f. Third-party reimbursement is difficult for advanced practice nurses to obtain.
ANS: A, C, D, E
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