Exam 2: The History and Social Context of Nursing

What was the purpose of the Hill-Burton Act?

The nursing profession is responsible for improving its own image. The most effective avenue for changing the image of nursing is to

Biomedical technology involves the use of complex machines or devices in patient care situations. Because of the highly technological environment in which nurses work, it is important that nurses

Which of the following nursing leaders, because of her work in the Henry Street Settlement, is considered the founder of public health nursing?

Nursing practices during the Civil War advanced the cause of professional nursing. The move toward formal education and training was supported by (Select all that apply.)

Who was the first educated African-American professional nurse?

What was the most important influence of war on nursing?

The diversity of the population entering the health care system is a challenge for nurses because

Which early nursing organization is credited with first recommending state registration for nurses?

The first trained nurse in the United States graduated in 1873 and later became the supervisor of the Boston Training School. Who was this nurse?

What specialty of nursing was considered well suited for men at a time when other areas were excluding men from practicing?