Which one of the following events occurring during the first decade of the 20th century brought sweeping changes to nursing?
A) It was required that all practicing nurses be licensed.
B) Permissive licensing laws allowed registered nurses (RNs) to practice without a license if they registered with the state.
C) All states required a standardized licensing examination.
D) Nurses had to pass a licensing examination to use the title RN.

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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.

Which One of the Following Events Occurring During the First