Which of the following is a reason the current nurse shortage is considered very serious? (Select all that apply.)
a. Current RNs are aging.
b. Enrollment in nursing programs is not increasing.
c. Additional nurses are pursuing graduate education.
d. An increasing number of nurses are specializing.
e. There has not been an increase in salaries.
f. Many nurses are entering the military causing a shortage in civilian hospitals.
ANS: A, B
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