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. Only men provided health information and care.
B. Many of those providing care to the sick were slaves.
C. There were not many nurses, so only the sickest people received nursing care.
D. Only the wealthiest of patients were provided nursing care.
Answer: B. Many of those providing care to the sick were slaves.
In early history, nursing care was often provided by female slaves. Mothers, daughters, and wives also provided care to family members during illness. This care was provided both in wealthy families and in poor families.
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A. "Do you have a family history of first-degree relative with schizophrenia?" B. "Do you use any street drugs?" C. "Have you recently experienced any episodes of anxiety?" D. "Do you have a family history of heart disease?" E. "Have you experienced any emotional or physical abuse?"