Nurses strike in the snow outside Newcastle’s Freeman Hospital

The video discusses the challenges faced by nurses, including inadequate staffing, financial struggles, and the high cost of education. It highlights the need for better compensation to retain nurses and ensure patient care. The video also touches on the support from the community and the financial difficulties that lead to initiatives like free meals for staff.

What is one of the main reasons for the shortage of nurses in wards?

• Lack of interest in the profession

• Inadequate pay compared to other organizations

• Insufficient educational opportunities

• Limited community support

How has the community shown support for nurses?

• By increasing their salaries

• By offering hot drinks and snacks

• By providing financial aid

• By organizing protests

What prompted the provision of free meals for nurses?

• A staff member's inability to pay for food

• A hospital policy change

• A government initiative

• A charity event

What financial burden do student nurses face?

• Expensive housing near hospitals

• Lack of job opportunities

• High tuition fees and unpaid work

• Costly medical equipment

What is the government's stance on increasing nurse pay?

• They are actively working on it

• They are considering it for the future

• They claim there is no money for it

• They have already increased it