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Which Statement Made by a Nurse Manager to Personnel Working

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Which statement made by a nurse manager to personnel working short-staffed best reflects an understanding of the importance of safe unit staffing?


A) "If you cannot find sufficient staff, I will have to leave this unit, because it is unsafe and someone could be hurt."
B) "I cannot safely manage this unit with such a small staff. When can I expect you to send additional staffing to help?"
C) "If you don't provide extra staffing immediately, I will quit and report this situation to The Joint Commission (TJC) ."
D) "In order to ensure unit safety I will need additional staff. I am limiting care to priority needs only until you meet that need. My written report will document my actions."

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