Throughout history, there have been cycles of nursing shortages. Which factor best describes a reason for the current shortage?

A) Sending nurses to other countries
B) Downsizing the nursing staff for cost containment by hospitals
C) The increased use of unlicensed assistive personnel to replace retiring nurses
D) Increased early retirement of nurses due to earned benefits

ANSWER:

B) Downsizing the nursing staff for cost containment by hospitals