The first recorded history of nursing began with Biblical women who cared for the sick and injured. What contribution did Roman Matron Saint Helena make to the origins of nursing?
A) Established first gerontological facility
B) First deaconess and visiting nurse
C) Established inns and hospitals for pilgrims
D) Namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD
A
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Saint Helena established the first gerontological facility. Phoebe was the first deaconess and visiting nurse. Saint Paula established inns and hospitals for pilgrims. Fabiola was the namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD.
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