A nurse is involved in the bargaining process. The parties involved discuss wages, hours, conditions of employment, and grievance procedures. The nurse informs those involved that another issue needs to be considered in the negotiations
Which of the following would be appropriate to add to these negotiations? 1. Nurse-to-client ratios
2. Mandatory overtime
3. Retirement policies
4. Contract ratification
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Explanation: 1. Retirement policies are typical subjects both parties should discuss. Mandatory overtime and
nurse client ratios are mandatory subjects. Retirement policies are other issues to consider in
the bargaining process. Contract ratification is the passage of the contract by the majority of the
members who vote.
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