Which statement is true regarding the shortage of nurses in the United States?
a. There are a larger proportion of younger nurses in the workforce as compared with older nurses.
b. As a result of decreased RN-to-client ratios, there is a decrease in client mortality in the clinical setting.
c. Increased needs for baccalaureate nurses are not being met by current enrollment.
d. There are adequate classroom and clinical facilities for training RNs.
ANS: C
According to an Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, by the year 2020, there will only be 50% of RNs with baccalaureate degrees. The required demand is at 80%. There are a larger proportion of older nurses in the workforce based on current research by the IOM. Increased RN-to-client ratios has resulted in decreased client mortality in the clinical setting. There are limitations of classroom and clinical facilities to train new nurses adequately.
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