History of Nursing Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

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What was the primary belief about spirits in the Theory of Animism?

Good spirits brought health; evil spirits brought sickness and death (correct)

Good spirits brought sickness and death

Evil spirits brought health

Both good and evil spirits brought health

During the Ancient Greek civilization, where did medical care predominantly take place?

In the temples (correct)

In people's homes

In community centers

In public squares

What was a significant change during the Early Christian period regarding nursing roles?

Deaconesses made visits to the sick (correct)

Nurses stopped practicing as nurse-midwives

Male and female nursing orders were founded during the Renaissance

Nurses were recruited from prominent families

What was a notable shift that occurred in the 16th century regarding nursing?

Transition to a focus on warfare and exploration Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with establishing the first training school for nurses?

Florence Nightingale Signup and view all the answers

What historical event led to the broadening of the role of nurses in World War II?

World War II Signup and view all the answers

What major development occurred in nursing during the 1950s to the present day?

Growth of nursing as a professional discipline Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in the International Council of Nurses (ICN) definition of nursing?

Diagnosis of diseases Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT one of the four blended competencies of nursing?

Diagnostic Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles is NOT mentioned as one of the interrelated roles of nurses?

Diagnostician Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered a factor affecting health?

Medical insurance coverage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the aims of nursing mentioned in the passage?

Diagnose diseases Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines of Healthy People 2030 for health promotion?

Provide universal healthcare coverage to all citizens Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, during which historical period did nursing roles become more formally defined?

Early Christian period Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the 16th century is TRUE according to the passage?

There was a shortage of nurses, leading to the recruitment of female criminals to care for the sick Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following statements about Florence Nightingale is NOT true?

She introduced the concept of evidence-based practice in nursing Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was a significant development in nursing after World War II?

The growth of nursing as a professional discipline Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Perspective of Nursing

Theory of animism: good spirits brought health, evil spirits brought sickness and death; nurse and physician roles separate and distinct
Ancient Greek civilization: temples became center of medical care; nurses cared for the sick in the home and community; practiced as nurse-midwives
Early Christian period: nursing role became more formal and clearly defined; deaconesses made visits to the sick; male and female nursing orders were founded during the Crusades
16th century: shift from a religious orientation to an emphasis on warfare, exploration, and expansion of knowledge; shortage of nurses led to recruitment of female criminals to care for the sick
19th to 20th centuries: social reforms changed the roles of nurses and women; nursing as we know it began, based on Florence Nightingale's beliefs
19th to 21st centuries: hospital schools organized to provide staff; female nurses were under control of male hospital administrators and physicians
World War II: large numbers of women worked outside the home and became more independent; explosion in medicine and technology broadened the role of nurses
1950s to present: nursing broadened in all areas; efforts were directed at upgrading nursing education, practice in various health care settings, and development of a specific body of knowledge

Definitions of Nursing

Originated from the Latin word "nutrix" (to nourish)
ICN definition: promotion of health, prevention of illness, advocacy, promotion of a safe environment, research, and participation in shaping health policy
ANA definition: social policy statement; patient is central focus of all definitions, including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions

QSEN Competencies

Patient-centered care
Teamwork and collaboration
Quality improvement
Safety
Evidence-based practice
Informatics

Nursing's Aims

Promote health
Prevent illness
Restore health
Facilitate coping with disability or death

Four Blended Competencies

Cognitive
Technical
Interpersonal
Ethical/legal

Interrelated Roles

Communicator
Teacher
Counselor
Leader
Researcher
Advocate
Collaborator

Factors Affecting Health

Genetic inheritance
Cognitive abilities
Educational level
Race and ethnicity; culture
Age and biologic sex
Developmental level
Lifestyle; environment
Socioeconomic status
Health Literacy

Professional Nursing Organizations

International Nursing Organization (ICN)
National Nursing Organizations (ANA, NLN, AACN, AAN, NSNA)
Specialty Practice and Special-Interest Nursing Organizations

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Explore the evolution of nursing practice through different historical periods, including the theory of animism, the Ancient Greek civilization, and the Early Christian period.

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