Recommended nurse-patient ratios can vary widely. For instance:
In Intensive Care Units (ICUs), the recommended ratio is often 1:1 or 1:2. In Medical-Surgical Units, the ratio can range from 1:4 to 1:6. Long-term care facilities might have ratios as high as 1:20 due to the lower acuity of patients.
These recommendations are general guidelines and can vary based on specific circumstances and regulations.
