In 2022, the American Hospital Association quoted an estimate of how many nurses would leave the field?
half a million
What can nurses be prosecuted under?
Federal Civil False Claims Act
What is the major safety issue when it comes to nursing shortages?
increased workload, stress, patient safety
Name one healthcare team that could support nurses.
Human resources, nurse leaders, educators, and community leaders
What is the term of an organization that can be liable for known conditions that jeopardize patients' safety and well-being?
The doctrine of corporate negligence.
What is the term that is crucial in situations to ensure that nurses can voice concerns about workload, fatigue, or staffing?
Effective communication
Application of nursing care, interventions to promote patient well-being, optimizing the outcomes.
Who is at legal risk for the nursing shortage.
The organization or hospital
Clear communication