The first practicing nurse epidemiologist was

The first practicing nurse epidemiologist was

a.
Florence Nightingale.
b.
Mildred Montag.
c.
Clara Barton.
d.
Mary Agnes Snively.

ANS: A

Nightingale was the first practicing nurse epidemiologist. Her statistical analyses connected poor sanitation with cholera and dysentery. Mildred Montag, Clara Barton, and Mary Agnes Snively came after Nightingale, each contributing to the nursing profession in her own way. Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. Dr. Mildred Montag established the first associate degree nursing program in 1952. Mary Agnes Snively began forming the Canadian National Association of Trained Nurses in 1883.

DIF: Remember REF: 2

OBJ: Discuss the historical development of professional nursing roles.

TOP: Assessment MSC: Teaching/Learning