CALIFORNIA SETS NURSE STAFFING RATIOS.

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California has a new law that makes it the first state to require hospitals to meet fixed nurse-to-patient ratios. It was opposed by the health care industry, but supported by the state nurses' union. The law covers all "licensed nurses," including registered and licensed practical nurses. It requires the state Department of Health to set...

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