Inadequate staffing has several adverse effects on patient care:
Increased Error Rates: Overworked nurses are more likely to make medication and procedural errors. Delayed Care: Patients may experience delays in receiving necessary treatments and interventions. Lower Patient Satisfaction: Patients are less likely to receive attentive and personalized care, leading to decreased satisfaction. Higher Mortality Rates: Studies have shown that inadequate staffing is associated with higher patient mortality rates.
