Which type of staffing has been found to save money by decreasing turnover, sick leave, unpaid absences, float hours, and overtime?
a. Functional nursing
b. Team nursing
c. Primary nursing
d. Modular nursing
ANS: C
All–registered nurse staffing is economical. It has been found to save money by reducing turnover, sick leave, unpaid absences, float hours, and overtime.
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