Historically, What Movement Most Influenced Unionization in American Health Care

question 9

Multiple Choice

Historically, what movement most influenced unionization in American health care agencies/hospitals?

• A) Immigration laws protected foreign employees from discrimination in hiring or discharge on the basis of national origin and citizenship status.
• B) Women entered the workforce, gaining voice to support unions.
• C) The Industrial Revolution led to poor working conditions and the need to protect workers.
• D) Nurses were exposed to communicable diseases, which led to death and disability.

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