Develop a brochure that reflects the controversial issues of the mandated nurse-to-patient ratios. California is an example if your state does not mandate nurse-to-patient ratios. Include the following:
The facts—explanation of what it means, actual ratios, and staging progression of ratio proposed
History
Is this legislative regulation effective to support a positive nursing work environment?
Controversial aspects of the nursing profession, healthcare organizations, consumers, and others
Your opinion
Answer the following questions in your editorial summary:
Do you think that legislatively mandated nurse-to-patient ratios are an effective way to manage the nursing workload?
Would you consider the response to mandated ratios in California to be positive, or are there additional issues that have arisen since the legislation was enacted?
