Canada's regulated nursing workforce was the slowest in 10 years in 2017 at 0.7% compared to 1.3% to 2.8% over the past decade.This decline is related to which of the following factors? (Select all that apply.)

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The decline in the growth rate of Canada's regulated nursing workforce can be attributed to an increase in part-time and casual positions (A), which may not be as attractive to individuals seeking full-time, stable employment. Additionally, a growing number of nurses leaving the profession late in their careers (B) contributes to the workforce's slow growth, as experienced professionals retire without enough new nurses to replace them. The declining number of new nursing graduates (D) directly impacts the workforce's ability to grow, as fewer new professionals enter the field to replace those who are retiring or leaving. An increase in application to nursing degree programs (C) would theoretically contribute to growth, not decline, making it an incorrect factor in this context.

Canada's Regulated Nursing Workforce Was the Slowest in 10 Years