- Work harder and longer hours to compensate.
- Resign immediately due to unsafe conditions.
- Document concerns, communicate them through official channels (e.g., charge nurse, union, nursing administration), and advocate for systemic changes.
- Complain openly to patients and families.
A nurse is working in a hospital that is experiencing a severe nursing shortage, leading to excessive workload and inadequate patient-to-nurse ratios. The nurse feels that patient safety is being compromised due to these conditions. What is the most ethical and professional action for the nurse to take?
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