Which of the following statements indicates the nurse's understanding of fiscal responsibility?
a. "Fiscal responsibility should be a concern for all nurses.".
b. "Fiscal responsibility is only a concern for the department manager.".
c. "Fiscal responsibility is only a concern for the hospital administrators.".
d. "Fiscal responsibility is not a concern for the nursing staff.".
A
The nurse has an adequate understanding of fiscal responsibility when stating: "Fiscal responsibility should be a concern for all nurses.". Fiscal responsibility affects everyone in the health care system. The nurse, as well as the entire hospital staff and administration, needs to have an understanding of the costs of care.
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