Chapters 1&2 Flashcards
What is the largest group of healthcare providers in the US
RN
This states we depend on high quality, culturally competent nursing care that depends on a culturally diverse nursing workforce
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing)
This organization started in 1977 and ended in 2008– comprehensive survey of nursing workforce every 4 years
NSSRN (National Sample Survey of Registered Nursing)
This organization found that more than 4 million individuals held licenses as RNs in 2013
NCSBN and FSNWC (National council of state board of nursing and Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers
Men comprise ___% of students in entry level BSN in nursing in 2014
11.7%
The rate of aging of nurses in the workplace has started to ____ (grow, slow) since 2010
Slow
What fraction of nurses are older than 50
1/3
Racial and ethnic minorities make up ___% of he population but only __% of the RN population
37%; 19%
What qualifies you to be a licensed RN
passing the NCLEX-RN after school
The number of diploma programs have____(increased/decreased)
decrease/declined
The number of diploma programs educates what percent of all new RNs in 2013
4%
The majority of nurses get their initial nursing education in what
ADN programs (2 year degree)
Where is the primary work site for nurses
Hospitals
These people in a hospital make sure nurses are educated on using equipment
Educators
These people in a hospital are the front line people on the floor; they budget, schedule; and are responsible for maintaining govt rules
Managers
