Which factors will lead to a continuing nursing shortage in the future? (Select all that apply.)
a. Aging of the workforce
b. Decreasing pay for nurses
c. Increased unionization
d. Increased need for nurses
e. Recent economic downturn
ANS: A, D
Correct
Aging of the workforce and an ever-increasing need for nurses will continue to contribute to the nursing shortage.
Incorrect
Decreasing pay, increased unionization, and the recent economic downturn are not projected to be contributing factors in the continuing nursing shortage.
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