The Origins of Nursing

Nursing insignia, uniforms, and the nursing school pin have importance in the field of nursing. Which are religious symbols represented in nursing? 1. Maltese Cross on a nursing pin 2. Star of David on a nursing pin 3. Nursing nametag with hospital crosses 4. Nursing cap with a Star of Da A)1, 2 B)1, 3 C)2, 4 D)3, 4

A)1, 2 1. Maltese Cross on a nursing pin 2. Star of David on a nursing pin

There are current trends that are expected to influence the nursing profession in the 21st century. Which among the current trends have been the most influential for the nursing profession? 1. Autonomy 2. Changes in nursing education 3. Technology 4. Longer duration of hospital stay A)1, 2, 3 B)1, 2, 4 C)1, 3, 4 D)2, 3, 4

A)1, 2, 3 1. Autonomy 2. Changes in nursing education 3. Technology

The first recorded history of nursing began with Biblical women who cared for the sick and injured. What contribution did Roman Matron Saint Helena make to the origins of nursing? A)Established first gerontological facility B)First deaconess and visiting nurse C)Established inns and hospitals for pilgrims D)Namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD

A)Established first gerontological facility

The Nightingale School introduced a 1-year nursing course that included both classroom and clinical experience, a major innovation at that time. A student nurse is interested in knowing some of the Nightingale School's innovation in the field of nursing. What should the nurse's response include? A)Establishment of a nurses' residence B)Exit examinations and academic and personal requirements, including a character reference before working C)Records of each student's progress that was later known as the "Henderson plan," a model for current nursing programs D)Records of school employment before graduation

A)Establishment of a nurses' residence

A nurse is caring for a client with terminal cancer at the client's home. Why should the nurse put greater emphasis on teaching with the family members taking care of the client? A)Family members may have to manage the patient care controlled analgesia pump to manage the client's pain. B)Family members are expected to provide primary healthcare. C)Family members are required to understand the advanced technical levels of care. D)Hospital stays may need to be decreased.

A)Family members may have to manage the patient care controlled

There are war-related developments in nursing. What was the impact of World War I on nursing? A)First emergency training of nurses B)Isabel Hampton Robb wrote the nursing curriculum C)The Navy School of Nursing was established D)Hundreds of men were trained in this abbreviated program

A)First emergency training of nurses

There are important individuals who contributed to the development of nursing in the United States. What contribution did Isabel Hampton Robb contribute to the development of nursing in the United States? A)Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University B)Continued to care for the sick when nursing was considered menial C)Organized the school of nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital D)Founded American public health nursing

A)Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University

There are important individuals who contributed to the development of nursing in the United States. What contribution did Isabel Hampton Robb make to the development of nursing in the United States? A)Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University B)Continued to care for the sick when nursing was considered menial C)Organized the school of nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital D)Founded American public health nursing

A)Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University

There are several pioneer nursing schools in the United States. There are important milestones in the history of practical nursing education. Which pioneer nursing school began as a result of Richard Bradley, a public-spirited man, who determined that the local citizens needed nursing service? A)Thompson Practical Nursing School in Brattleboro B)Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) C)Household Nursing Association School of Attendant Nursing D)American Red Cross

A)Thompson Practical Nursing School in Brattleboro

Nightingale opened the first nursing school outside a hospital in 1860. Some principles of the Nightingale School for Nurses are still taught today. A beginning nursing student asks about the principles taught by the Nightingale Nursing School. What should the nurse's answer include? 1. Cleanliness is vital to recovery. 2. Cure is better than prevention. 3. The nurse must work as a member of a team. 4. The nurse must use discretion, but must follow the physician's orders. A)1, 2, 3 B)1, 3, 4 C)1, 2, 4 D)2, 3, 4

B)1, 3, 4 1. Cleanliness is vital to recovery. 3.The nurse must work as a member of a team . 4. The nurse must use discretion, but must follow the physician's orders.

A female nurse has completed her education and joined a community hospital. She asks the registered nurse (RN) about the impact of the women's movement on present-day nursing. What should the RN's response include? A)"It has no impact; nurses still provide only primary care." B)"It encourages nurses to work in a more collaborative manner." C)"It allows nurses to work without having to report to primary care providers." D)"It encourages nurses to work independently."

B)"It encourages nurses to work in a more collaborative manner."

There are current trends that are expected to influence the nursing profession in the 21st century. Which factors create a need for more healthcare in the public sector? 1. Homeless, unemployed, or underemployed individuals 2. Many people have limited health insurance 3. Devastating diseases are becoming more prevalent 4. New advanced technology A)1, 2 B)1, 3 C)2, 4 D)3, 4

B)1, 3 1. Homeless, unemployed, or underemployed individuals 3. Devastating diseases are becoming more prevalent

The first recorded history of nursing begins with Biblical women who cared for the sick and injured. What contribution did Roman Matron Phoebe make to the origins of nursing? A)Established first gerontological facility B)First deaconess and visiting nurse C)Established inns and hospitals for pilgrims D)Namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD

B)First deaconess and visiting nurse

A nurse is taking care of a paralyzed client. When discussing the current trend of home care in the 21st century with the nurse, the client asks about trends that are expected to influence the nursing profession. What should the nurse's response include? A)Lower acuity in hospital and long-term care settings B)Shift to community-based care C)Lifestyle factors and shorter life expectancy D)Nursing education emphasizes service to clinical sites over education

B)Shift to community-based care

The Nightingale lamp or the "Lamp of Learning" became a symbol of nursing and nursing education. A nursing student asks about the significance of the light of the lamp. What is the significance of the light of the lamp? A)Warmth of caring B)Symbolizes the striving for excellence C)Energy of the nurse to heal others D)Commitment of the nurse to heal others

B)Symbolizes the striving for excellence

Which should the nurse recognize as a Florence Nightingale nursing principle that is still practiced today? A)The nurse must only follow the physician's orders. B)The nurse should spend time caring for others. C)The nurse should minimize teaching the client. D)The nurse must spend the majority of time keeping the environment clean.

B)The nurse should spend time caring for others.

There are several pioneer nursing schools in the United States. Which pioneer nursing school was established first? A)Thompson Practical Nursing School in Brattleboro B)Young Women's Christian Association (YMCA) C)Household Nursing Association School of Attendant Nursing D)American Red Cross

B)Young Women's Christian Association (YMCA)

A nurse educator is discussing the role of nurses during World War II with a group of new nurses in an army hospital. A new nurse asks about the impact of World War II on nursing. What should the registered nurse's response include? A)"World War II had equal rank assigned to male and female nurses." B)"World War II reduced the role of nurses in healthcare centers." C)"World War II started recruitment of men as well as women into nursing." D)"World War II marked the first emergency training of nurses."

C)"World War II started recruitment of men as well as women into nursing."

When Florence Nightingale entered the battlefield near Scutari, Turkey she and the nurses had few supplies and little outside support. Which of the following interventions did Nightingale insist on, which immediately reduced the mortality rate? 1. Securing more funds and support 2. Establishing sanitary conditions 3. Providing quality nursing care 4. Procuring more medication A)1, 2 B)1, 4 C)2, 3 D)3, 4

C)2, 3 2. Establishing sanitary conditions 3. Providing quality nursing care

Certain events in ancient and medieval times influenced the development of contemporary nursing. Both men and women of religious orders performed nursing care. The monastery itself became the refuge for the sick, in other cases; members of a religious order founded a hospital. In what time period were several monastic orders established to care for the sick? A)500 BC B)460 BC C)First century D)Second century

C)First century

A relative of a licensed nurse wants to pursue a degree in practical nursing. What type of school is most likely to provide this type of training? A)American Red Cross B)Young Women's Christian Association C)Vocational or community college D)Local public library

C)Vocational or community college

A licensed nurse has been asked to address a group of newly recruited nurses. What should the licensed nurse inform them about the nursing insignias? A)Donning a nursing uniform is necessary when giving nursing care. B)Wearing a nursing school pin is a required part of the nursing uniform. C)Wearing a nametag is required when giving nursing care. D)Displaying a religious symbol is preferred when providing nursing care.

C)Wearing a nametag is required when giving nursing care.

Florence Nightingale's had several influences on modern nursing practice. Early nursing schools were established on the basis of the Nightingale plan. Which nursing programs were established on the basis of the Nightingale plan? 1. Kaiserswerth School for Nursing 2. Bellevue Hospital School of Nursing 3. Connecticut Training School in New Haven 4. Boston Training School at Massachusetts A)1, 2, 3 B)1, 3, 4 C)1, 2, 4 D)2, 3, 4

D)2,3,4 2. Bellevue Hospital School of Nursing 3. Connecticut Training School In New Haven 4. Boston training School at Massachusetts

There are important individuals who contributed to the development of nursing in the United States. What contribution did Lillian Wald make to the development of nursing in the United States? A)Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University B)Continued to care for the sick when nursing was considered menial C)Organized the school of nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital D)Founded American public health nursing

D)Founded American public health nursing

A nurse educator is discussing the role of nurses during the World War II with a group of new nurses in an army hospital. A new nurse asks about the impact of World War II on nursing. When were male nurses given ranking equal to female nurses in the armed forces? A)Civil War B)World War I C)World War II D)Korean War

D)Korean War