The Nursing Student Developing a Presentation on the Early History

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nursing student developing a presentation on the early history of nursing is not able to find much information about this period.Why is the nurse unable to find any information?

• A)There were not many nurses,so only the sickest people received nursing care.
• B)Many of those providing care to the sick were slaves.
• C)Only men provided health information and care.
• D)Only the wealthiest of patients were provided nursing care.

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