Which statement is true about patient classification systems?
a. The systems measure all the needs of patients.
b. The systems provide an absolute formula for unit staffing.
c. The systems should not be used to make patient care assignments because acuity systems are more accurate.
d. The systems provide historical data of the usage of nursing time, which is helpful when developing the department budget.
D
A patient classification or acuity system is used in many acute care hospitals to estimate the intensity of nursing care required to meet patient needs. It is helpful for developing a department budget. It is not a formula for unit staffing and does not measure all the needs of the patients.
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