Maintaining minimum nurse to patient ratios is essential for several reasons: 1. Patient Safety: Lower ratios allow nurses to spend more time with each patient, which can lead to better outcomes and fewer medical errors. 2. Nurse Burnout: High patient loads can lead to stress and burnout among nurses, impacting their mental health and job satisfaction. 3. Quality of Care: Adequate ratios ensure that nurses can provide thorough assessments, timely interventions, and proper monitoring.
