A nurse manager is preparing her budget for the next fiscal year. Which of the following should the manager analyze to assist in preparing the budget?
1. Volume of laboratory services provided to the unit over the past year
2. Volume of intravenous supplies used over the past year
3. Statistical data related to the past year?s census
4. Pharmaceutical costs
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Explanation: 1. Volume of laboratory, pharmaceutical, and intravenous costs are not included in the nursing
unit?s budget. These items are placed in these area cost centers. Statistical data such a client
mix, average length of stay, and daily census will assist in developing an effective budget.
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