The nurse manager is making nursing assignments for the day shift. When making patient assignments, which of the following should not be a consideration?
a. Complexity of patient care
b. Skill, education, and competency of staff members
c. Staff preferences
d. Attitude and dependability of staff
C
A number of factors would be considered when making the shift assignment. Some of these factors
would include the complexity of patient care; skill, education, and competency of staff members;
attitude and dependability of the staff; the nurse practice acts; other responsibilities of the staff; and the
need for continuity of care. Staff preferences would not be a major consideration.
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