Further validation and clinical testing began with a national clinical pilot test. Preliminary results from 12 test sites in 11 different states across the nation of varying size and complexity indicated the need to refine four variable names and make minor clarifications to definitions and measures. This has been completed. Major national nursing organizations and leaders recognize the value of a management or administrative minimum data set. For example, one of AONE s 1993 leadership goals placed priority on the development of a nursing administration minimum data set.
Standards reflecting administration and management data needs are under consideration.
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