The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) developed the Magnet Recognition Program for hospitals to address quality patient care. What is the significance of achieving magnet status?
a. Excellence in quality patient care and recruitment and retention of nurses
b. Excellence in research, patient care, and retention of physicians
c. Excellence in recruiting nurses, early discharge, and effective billing
d. Excellence in recruitment and retention of ancillary caregivers
ANS: A
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