Which of the following descriptions best describes a prototype evaluation system?

A. Recruiting volunteers might seem like a cost-effective solution, it can be problematic in terms of patient safety and quality of care. Volunteers generally lack the clinical training required to perform medical tasks safely and competently. Their involvement in direct patient care could pose risks to patient safety and may not effectively address staffing shortages in a meaningful way.
B. Developing a centralized staffing pool of float nurses is a strong intervention for addressing staffing shortages while securing patient safety and managing costs. Float nurses are experienced and can be deployed to various units as needed. This strategy ensures that staffing needs are met in a flexible and efficient manner, without compromising patient care. It also helps to balance the workload and prevents burnout among regular staff.
C. Assigning nurses from less busy units to understaffed ones can be effective, but it must be done with consideration for patient acuity. Nurses need to be assigned based on their skills and the needs of the unit to ensure that patient safety is maintained. If nurses from less busy units are assigned to areas with higher acuity patients without proper training or experience, it could compromise patient care and safety.
D. Implementing a mandatory overtime policy can address short-term staffing shortages but often leads to staff dissatisfaction, burnout, and decreased quality of care. Compelling nurses to work extra hours can negatively impact their well-being and job satisfaction, potentially leading to higher turnover rates and increased costs associated with recruiting and training new staff.

A. This is a primary responsibility of case management services. Case managers coordinate various aspects of a client’s care, including arranging for home health care services. They work with healthcare providers and agencies to ensure the client receives the necessary services and resources, such as nursing care, physical therapy, or other supportive services at home.
B. Writing prescriptions is the responsibility of licensed healthcare providers such as physicians or nurse practitioners, not case managers. Case managers do not have the authority to prescribe medications; instead, they focus on coordinating care and ensuring that clients have access to the necessary resources and services.
C. Performing specific nursing skills, such as dressing changes, is within the scope of practice for registered nurses or other licensed nursing professionals. Case managers typically do not provide direct clinical care or perform nursing procedures. Their role is more focused on coordinating care and ensuring that clinical needs are met through appropriate services and providers.
D. Providing education about medication adverse effects falls within the role of healthcare providers who prescribe and manage medications, such as physicians, nurse practitioners, or pharmacists. While case managers may assist in coordinating educational resources and facilitating communication between the client and healthcare providers, they generally do not provide direct medication education.