During the First Half of the 20th Century, a Change

question 20

Multiple Choice

During the first half of the 20th century, a change in the structure of society resulted in changed roles for women and, in turn, for nursing. What was one of these changes?

• A) More women retired from the workforce to raise families.
• B) Women became more dependent and sought higher education.
• C) The focus of nursing changed to "hands-on training."
• D) Nursing research was conducted and published.

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