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fbq8i · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A hospital has achieved Magnet status. Which indicators would be consistent with this type of certification?

a. There is stratification of communication in a directed manner between nursing staff and administration.
b. There is increased job satisfaction of nurses, with a low staff turnover rate.
c. Physicians are certified in their respective specialty areas.
d. All nurses have baccalaureate degrees and certification in their clinical specialty area.

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding the shortage of nurses in the United States?

a. There are a larger proportion of younger nurses in the workforce as compared with older nurses.
b. As a result of decreased RN-to-client ratios, there is a decrease in client mortality in the clinical setting.
c. Increased needs for baccalaureate nurses are not being met by current enrollment.
d. There are adequate classroom and clinical facilities for training RNs.

Jsherida · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Magnet status is a certification offered by the ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) in which hospitals apply based on designated criteria that consider nurse job satisfaction, staff patterns, strength, quality of nursing staff, and open communication. It is not based on physician status. Although the expectation is that at least 80 of the nurses will have baccalaureate degrees, most hospitals that achieve Magnet status have 50 of RNs at that level. Also, certification is not required for all nurses at this point. The expectation with Magnet status is that nurses will continue to expand their knowledge by earning additional degrees and certification.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

According to an Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, by the year 2020, there will only be 50 of RNs with baccalaureate degrees. The required demand is at 80. There are a larger proportion of older nurses in the workforce based on current research by the IOM. Increased RN-to-client ratios has resulted in decreased client mortality in the clinical setting. There are limitations of classroom and clinical facilities to train new nurses adequately.