A nurse is discussing the intent of the nurse's collective bargaining representation to strike. The nurse's spouse is concerned about the length of time the nurse may lose as a result of a strike. Which statement by the nurse is correct?
1. "Nurses can't strike; it's just a term on paper."
2. "The hospital isn't allowed to replace my position because of a strike."
3. "The hospital has a 10-day notice before we go on strike."
4. "Not all staff nurses are included in the strike."
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Rationale 1: Nurses do strike.
Rationale 2: The hospital has the right and obligation to provide continuity of care.
Rationale 3: By law, a 10-day notice must be given to allow hospitals the opportunity to prepare for striking nurses' absences.
Rationale 4: All staff nurses employed by the facility are included in the strike.
Global Rationale:
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