An RN is relocating and is seeking employment at a hospital that focuses on patient safety. Which staffing issues have a negative impact on patient safety? (Select all that apply.)
A) Eight-hour shifts
B) Twelve-hour shifts
C) Mandatory overtime
D) Student nurses on the unit
E) Unplanned overtime

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In this second edition, the ANA (2012) noted that since the initial publication of the original Principles for Nurse Staffing, the evidence has grown supporting the link between adequate nurse staffing and better patient outcomes. Under principles related to the practice environment, the ANA (2012, p. 10) stated "Registered nurses should be provided a professional nursing practice environment in which they have control over nursing practice and autonomy in their workplace," and "routine mandatory overtime is an unacceptable solution to achieve appropriate nurse staffing. Policies on length of shifts; management of meal and rest periods; and overtime should be in place to ensure the health and stamina of nurses and prevent fatigue-related errors."

An RN Is Relocating and Is Seeking Employment at a Hospital