ATI RN
History of Public Health Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the original work of the National Organization for Public Health Nursing. Which of the following accomplishments of today was started within this organization?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The National Organization for Public Health Nursing sought to standardize education and service standards. The Henry Street Settlement (D) was Wald’s work, competencies (C) came later via the Quad Council, and baccalaureate requirements (A) developed later.
Question 2 of 5
Which client would have been most likely to receive care from the Frontier Nursing Service?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frontier Nursing Service, led by Breckinridge, focused on rural midwifery, reducing maternal mortality, making a woman in labor (C) the primary client, not soldiers (A), elderly (B), or children (D).
Question 3 of 5
A nursing student during World War II would likely join which group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Bolton Act of 1943 established the Cadet Nurse Corps during WWII to boost nursing enrollment. USPHS (A) used nurses in WWI, Marine Hospital Service (B) was earlier, and FNS (C) was rural-focused.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse is involved in health care reform. Which of the following best explains why the nurse is involved in these efforts?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Public health nurses focus on reform to improve access, reducing costs and illness via prevention. It’s broader than promoting nursing (A), funding (B), or nurse concerns (C).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse working with Mary Breckinridge would have likely assisted with: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breckinridge improved rural healthcare (B) and maternal outcomes (D) in Appalachia via nurse-midwives. Henry Street (A) was Wald’s, and Rockies (C) wasn’t her focus.