-Lacking discussion about the legal implications of the shortage on nursing practice. You presented that not getting a license timely makes the shortage worse but what can happen legally due to the shortage? (Consider errors their implications such as lawsuits, etc.)
-Provided how the issue impacts safety; overview of implications given. Shortages lead to poor overall health which leads to absences and mental health issues. Take it one more step
– how do these impact safety? Continued shortages because of retirement, attrition, etc.?
-Provided highlights of how the issue impacts patient care. What specific outcomes are impacted? What does the evidence say? You state understaffed hospitals are greater mortality – what is the evidence? What is the rate of increase? Be specific
-Identified ethical implications; provided highlights. Which ANA Ethical provision impacts or is impacted?
