Identify a negative effect that World War II had on health care in the United States.
A)A rapid increase in medical knowledge
B)Expanded health-care services
C)Increased use of licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and aides to substitute for a lower number of registered nurses (RNs)
D)Increases in pay for nurses

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Due to the shortage of registered nurses during World War II, licensed practical nurses and aides were used to substitute for them. This led to a decrease in the quality of healthcare and potentially negative effects on patient outcomes.

Identify a Negative Effect That World War II Had on Health