Question 1

When surveyed,which profession was chosen by the general public as highest in honesty and ethics?

Accepted Answer

Nurses have consistently been rated as the profession with the highest honesty and ethics by the general public in numerous surveys, including those conducted by Gallup.

Question 2

Who was the first educated African-American professional nurse?

Accepted Answer

Mary Eliza Mahoney was the first African-American woman to complete nurse's training in the United States and to become a registered nurse. She graduated from the New England Hospital for Women and Children in 1879 and went on to work as a private duty nurse for most of her career. Mahoney also co-founded the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses in 1908, which worked to promote equal opportunities for African-American nurses.

Question 3

When surveyed,what is the primary reason given by men for entering nursing?

Accepted Answer

According to surveys, the primary reason given by men for entering nursing is to make a difference. This suggests that men are attracted to the profession for its potential to contribute to the health and well-being of others, rather than for reasons like high salaries, flexible schedules, or travel opportunities.

Question 4

To which early nursing leader is attributed the founding of the American Red Cross?

Accepted Answer

Clara Barton is credited with founding the American Red Cross in 1881, making her an early nursing leader in the United States.

Question 5

A recent trend in nursing has been an increase in the number of men and women with degrees in other fields or other careers applying to nursing programs.What is the single most important reason for this trend?

Accepted Answer

Many individuals are seeking a career that not only provides job security, but also meaningful employment where they can make a difference in people's lives. Nursing offers both of these aspects, which is why more people are considering this field as a career change or a second career. Additionally, nursing is known to be recession-proof and in high demand, making it an attractive option. However, while nursing salaries can be competitive, they may not necessarily outpace other fields. The status and prestige of nursing have also increased in recent years, but this may not be the single most important reason for the trend. Working conditions in nursing may have improved in some areas, but there are still significant challenges and issues in the field that need to be addressed.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Lillian Wald is considered the founder of public health nursing due to her work in the Henry Street Settlement, where she established the first public health nursing practice in the United States. She and her colleagues provided nursing care, health education, and social services to the underserved populations in the Lower East Side of New York City. Clara Barton is known for founding the American Red Cross, Margaret Sanger is known for promoting birth control and family planning, and Lavinia Lloyd Dock is known for her contributions to nursing education and women's suffrage.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) was the first organization to recommend state registration for nurses to ensure a standard of nursing education and practice.

Question 8

Which of the following trends in health care delivery that began in the second half of the 20th century continues today?

Accepted Answer

The provision of care to the poor, elderly, and disabled through Medicare and Medicaid continues to this day. While there have been changes in policies and funding, these programs remain a critical part of healthcare delivery for vulnerable populations. Choices A, B, and C are not accurate as team nursing is not as widespread as it once was, there is still a significant nursing shortage, and specialized care is still necessary in many cases.

Question 9

In which practice area was the first clinical nurse specialist (CNS)role developed?

Accepted Answer

The first clinical nurse specialist (CNS) role was developed in psychiatric nursing. This role was created at a time when psychotherapy was being introduced as a more effective form of treatment for mental illness, and nurses were needed to provide specialized care to patients receiving this type of treatment.

Question 10

What were some of the application requirements of nursing education programs in the 1900s?

Accepted Answer

Nursing education programs in the 1900s required female applicants who were sensitive and subservient, reflecting the prevailing gender roles and expectations of the time. Male applicants were typically not considered or were subject to more stringent requirements such as high breeding and independence.

Question 11

Which early nursing leader founded the first training school for nurses that would later become a model for early nursing education?

Accepted Answer

Florence Nightingale is widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing and established the first professional nursing school at St. Thomas' Hospital in London in 1860. This school became a model for nursing education around the world.

Question 12

Which of the following statements best describes how the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 became a pivotal point in the history of nursing education in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Chicago World's Fair of 1893 was a pivotal point in the history of nursing education in the United States because the organization today known as the National League for Nursing (NLN) was formed during the fair to address issues in nursing education. The NLN became a key player in the development of nursing education and accreditation in the United States. While the Chicago World's Fair did feature debates and discussions about the role of nursing and nursing education, there is no evidence that it led to the formation of the ANA or ICN. Florence Nightingale's work on sanitation and its relationship to mortality rates was important for the development of nursing practice, but it was not specifically tied to the Chicago World's Fair.

Question 13

In 2002 which major American corporation partnered with nursing to design a media campaign to promote the image of nursing?

Accepted Answer

Johnson & Johnson partnered with nursing to design a media campaign called "The Campaign for Nursing's Future" in 2002 to promote the image of nursing.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

During a time when nursing was considered a "feminine" profession, men were often excluded from practicing in areas such as obstetric and pediatric nursing. However, psychiatric nursing was seen as a more "masculine" specialty, as it required physical restraint and dealing with aggressive or violent patients. Thus, it was considered more suitable for male nurses at the time.

Question 15

Which of the following was an unsuccessful attempt by the American Medical Association (AMA)to alleviate the nursing shortage of the time?

Accepted Answer

The creation of the registered care technician position was an unsuccessful attempt by the American Medical Association to alleviate the nursing shortage of the time. The role was intended to be a lower-level nursing position that required less education and training than registered nurses, but it did not effectively address the shortage while also presenting potential risks to patient safety.

Question 16

A shift in population growth is expected to place stress on nursing resources.Which age-group is expected to experience the greatest population growth in the next decade?

Accepted Answer

The older than 85 years age group is expected to experience the greatest population growth in the next decade. This age group is considered the "oldest old" and they have higher healthcare needs and a greater likelihood of requiring nursing resources.

Question 17

What was the most significant impact on the profession of nursing made by Mary Breckenridge in her role as a frontier nurse?

Accepted Answer

Mary Breckenridge's role as a frontier nurse demonstrated that nurses could provide primary care in rural settings. She established the Frontier Nursing Service, which was the first organization to provide healthcare in rural Kentucky. Through her work, she showed that nurses could be trained to provide comprehensive healthcare in rural areas and that this model could be replicated in other parts of the country. Her emphasis on preventative care and public health also helped to improve the health of individuals and communities in rural areas.

Question 18

What was the purpose of the Hill-Burton Act?

Accepted Answer

The Hill-Burton Act of 1946 provided funding for the construction and modernization of hospitals and other medical facilities throughout the United States. It was designed to ensure that all citizens had access to healthcare services, regardless of their ability to pay.

Question 19

Which one of the following events occurring during the first decade of the 20th century brought sweeping changes to nursing?

Accepted Answer

The event that brought sweeping changes to nursing during the first decade of the 20th century was the requirement for nurses to pass a licensing examination to use the title RN. This standardized the education and training of nurses and ensured that they were competent in their skills and knowledge before practicing.

Question 20

Despite the caring efforts of early public health nurses in the Henry Street Settlement,racial disparity left many people underserved.Which of the following African-American public health nurses was instrumental in providing excellent nursing care to underserved families despite these social challenges?

Accepted Answer

Jessie Sleet Scales was an African-American public health nurse who worked at the Henry Street Settlement and was recognized for her outstanding work in providing nursing care to underserved families. She overcame racial disparities to help improve the health of her patients. Margaret Sanger was a birth control activist, Lavinia Lloyd Dock was an American nurse and Anita M. McGee was an American physician.

Quiz 2: The History and Social Contexts of Nursing