The best determinant of staffing needs is based on which factor?
a. Patient acuity
b. Productive time
c. Nonproductive time
d. Nurse/patient ratio
A
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A Patient acuity is the most influential determination for staffing.
B This is not the best determinant of staffing needs.
C This is not the best determinant of staffing needs.
D This is not the best determinant of staffing needs.
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