On Two Recent Occasions, the Experienced Nurse Manager Has Found

Multiple Choice

On two recent occasions, the experienced nurse manager has found it nearly impossible to discuss upcoming events with all the staff on the unit. What is a common reason for this problem?

A) The hospital is experiencing a nursing shortage, so staff members are very busy.
B) The client mix on the unit is much more varied.
C) The unit has just adopted combined staffing patterns.
D) There is a 1-hour overlap of staff between shifts.