What are the Common Types of Workload Measurement Tools?
Several types of workload measurement tools are commonly used in nursing, including: - Acuity-Based Systems: These systems assess the complexity and severity of patient conditions to determine staffing needs. - Patient Classification Systems: These categorize patients based on specific criteria to estimate the required nursing care. - Time and Motion Studies: These involve detailed observation and recording of the time taken for various nursing tasks. - Automated Systems: Software applications and electronic health records that automatically capture and analyze workload data.
