The medical-surgical unit is at capacity and the clients have a high acuity, requiring care such as turning, bathing, toileting, and feeding. Which level of supplementary staff would be cost-effective?
A) Additional registered nurses
B) Additional unit clerks
C) Additional licensed practical nurses
D) Additional unlicensed assistive personnel

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Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can perform basic care tasks such as turning, bathing, toileting, and feeding, making them a cost-effective option for handling high-acuity patients' needs without the higher costs associated with licensed staff.

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