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Florence Nightingale: Nursing Pioneer

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What was a significant contribution Florence Nightingale made to the British Army?

She developed a new battle strategy that reduced soldier casualties.

She established a program to recruit more doctors into the army.

She personally funded the army's medical supplies during the Crimean War.

She wrote an 800-page report on the efficiency and administration of hospitals. (correct)

How did the nation show support for Florence Nightingale's work in nurse training?

By contributing £50,000 to establish the Nightingale Home for nurse training (correct)

By commissioning her to write a series of textbooks on nursing practices

By electing her to a governmental position overseeing public health

By awarding her a medal of honor for her contributions to healthcare

What is a unique artifact associated with Florence Nightingale that can be found at the Florence Nightingale Museum in London?

A slate used by Nightingale as a child (correct)

The original blueprints for the hospitals she designed in the Crimean War

Her personal collection of medical textbooks used during her training

Her diary detailing interactions with patients and medical staff

What drove Florence Nightingale back to her ambition of reforming the medical system?

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What action did Florence Nightingale take to support the soldiers and their families during the Crimean War?

<p>She wrote letters to the soldiers' families and arranged for payment to be sent home. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Florence Nightingale

A pioneering nurse who reformed the medical system, especially during the Crimean War.

Crimean War

The conflict that allowed Nightingale to serve and improve hospital conditions for soldiers.

Nightingale Home

A training institution established with funds for nursing education at St. Thomas' Hospital.

Honor of Merit

An award received by Nightingale in 1907 for her humanitarian contributions.

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Florence Nightingale Museum

A museum in London dedicated to showcasing Nightingale's life and work.

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Florence Nightingale

Determined to reform the nursing system
Sent on a trip with friends, hoping they would forget her ambition
Returned from her trip and refused to give up her ambition, her parents had to agree to her wish
Born during the Crimean War
Worked tirelessly to improve conditions in hospitals for wounded soldiers
Wrote letters for families, arranged for wages
Set up reading rooms in the hospitals
Visited patients carrying a lamp, soothing them
Nicknamed "The Lady with the Lamp"
Nation raised funds for the Nightingale Home for training nurses
Published an 800-page report on the hospitals
British Commission ordered an enquiry into the health services of the British Army

Florence Nightingale's Recognition

Nightingale's commitment to nursing improved the profession in England.
Nightingale's work improved conditions in hospitals and facilities.
Received the Honour of Merit in 1907, becoming the first woman.
Nightingale died at 90, significantly contributing to nursing.

Mother Teresa

Albanian origin, born on August 10, 1910
Adopted India as her motherland
Devoted her life to the sick and ailing, homeless, and orphaned
Called Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu
Joined the Sisters of Loretto at 18
Became a teacher

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Explore the life and achievements of Florence Nightingale, a pivotal figure in nursing reform during the Crimean War. This quiz covers her determination, contributions to hospital conditions, and the lasting impact she had on the nursing profession. Delve into her legacy as 'The Lady with the Lamp' and her significant recognition in the field.