Questions and Answers
Who is considered the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale
What was the morality rate in the hospital transformed by Florence Nightingale's efforts?
2%
Florence Nightingale only cared for the sick because of her family's pressure.
False
The first nursing school was established in the mid-1800s.
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What is the name of the first nursing school established by Florence Nightingale?
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Who was the first Filipina distinguished nurse?
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Which hospital is associated with the establishment of nursing in the Philippines?
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What was a common view of nurses referred to as 'Wayward Nurses'?
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What formed the basis of nursing becoming a respectable profession?
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Study Notes
History and Evolution of Modern Nursing
- Florence Nightingale is recognized as the founder of modern nursing, emphasizing education and professionalism in nursing practice.
- Established the first nursing school in the mid-19th century, following the Middle Ages, to formalize nursing education.
- Nightingale's nursing philosophy considered caregiving a moral calling, rooted in her religious experiences at age 16, prompting her dedication to the sick despite her affluent background.
- During the Crimean War, Nightingale led 38 nurses to improve medical conditions for British soldiers, significantly reducing the mortality rate from 32% to 2% through better sanitation and care.
Nightingale’s Contributions
- Authored influential texts such as "Notes on Nursing" (1859) and "Nurses Guide" (1835), highlighting best practices in patient care.
- Founded Nightingale Training School for Nurses in 1860, which was associated with St. Thomas Hospital in London, aimed at elevating nursing as a respected profession.
- Advocated for the registration and professionalization of nurses for health care integrity.
Establishment of Nursing in the Philippines
- The first professional nursing organization in the Philippines was set up by Anastacia Giron Tupas, the first distinguished Filipina nurse, in 1922 with 150 nurses.
- Key nursing schools established included:
- Iloilo Mission Hospital School of Nursing (1906)
- St. Paul’s Hospital School of Nursing (1907)
- Philippine General Hospital School of Nursing (1907)
- St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing, Quezon City (1907)
Historical Context of Hospitals
- The Catholic Church founded some of the world’s oldest hospitals, with St. Fabiola, a 5th-century noblewoman, establishing the first hospital in the Western Roman Empire in Rome around 400 AD.
- St. Bart’s Hospital is notable within the historical landscape of nursing and hospital establishment.
Legislative Milestones
- The Act of 2493 was passed in 1915 to standardize nursing practices in the Philippines, aiming to enhance the professional status of nurses in healthcare systems.
Cultural Challenges
- Historically, nurses faced societal stigma and were treated poorly, often viewed as "wayward" or having committed crimes, reflecting cultural biases against caregiving roles.
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Explore the pivotal contributions of Florence Nightingale to modern nursing. This quiz covers her establishment of nursing education, significant improvements during the Crimean War, and key writings that shaped nursing practices. Test your knowledge on the evolution of nursing and its moral foundations.
