How Industrial Sciences Are Changing Nursing Home Staffing Levels
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One of the biggest problems affecting nursing homes is the inability to provide adequate levels of care due to a lack of staff. Without enough employees to properly administer care to residents, these facilities can face negligence claims and even lawsuits.