Which of the following is a correct statement about the registered nurse (RN) population?
a. The racial/ethnic composition of RNs closely resembles that of the general population.
b. The number of men entering nursing has decreased steadily over the last decade.
c. The rate of aging of RNs has slowed for the first time in the past 30 years.
d. The majority of employed RNs working full time must work a second position.
ANS: C
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A
The racial/ethnic composition of RNs is increasing, but does not approximate their percentage of the overall population.
B
The number of men entering nursing is increasing.
C
The average age of RNs in both 2004 and 2008 was 46. This is a result of the numbers of RNs under 30 in the workforce.
D
According to 2008 data, only 12% of nurses working full time hold second positions.
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