ANCC-NE-BC Exam

Question 1. (Single Select) A hospital is experiencing a high turnover rate among its nursing staff. As part of efforts to improve retention, the nurse executive should prioritize which of the following? A: Increasing the nurse-to-patient ratio significantly. B: Enhancing the physical security measures within the hospital. C: Implementing a relaxed dress code policy. D: Increasing the frequency and depth of exit interviews. Correct Answer: D Explanation: Increasing the frequency and depth of exit interviews allows for more insight into the underlying cause of high turnover, informing future interventions. Enhancing the physical security measures within the hospital, increasing the nurse-to-patient ratio, and implementing a relaxed dress code policy may all be appropriate interventions depending on the underlying factors for high turnover, however, assessing the underlying cause first is most important. Question 2. (Single Select)