To assess the current nurse-patient ratio in different acute care settings
To determine the relationship between nurse-patient ratio and patient outcomes such as mortality rates, hospital-acquired infections, and patient satisfaction
To identify the factors influencing nurse-patient ratio in acute care settings
To propose recommendations for improving nurse staffing levels to enhance patient outcomes
Literature review on the importance of nurse staffing levels and its impact on patient outcomes
Data collection from various acute care settings on nurse-patient ratio and patient outcomes
Analysis of the data collected to establish correlations between nurse-patient ratio and patient outcomes
Conduct interviews with nursing staff and nurse managers to understand the factors influencing nurse-patient ratio
Develop recommendations based on the findings of the study for improving nurse staffing levels in acute care settings.
