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Evolution of Nursing Through History: From Ancient Times to Modern Healthcare Systems

Explore the rich history of nursing, from its origins in primitive societies and the contributions of figures like Florence Nightingale, to the modern healthcare landscape with government involvement and increased complexity. Learn how nursing has evolved through major historical events, medical advances, and changes in healthcare systems.

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Evolution of Nursing Through History: From Ancient Times to Modern Healthcare Systems

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  1. Chapter 2 History and Evolution of Nursing

  2. Nursing in Antiquity • Primitive societies • Greece and Rome • Hippocrates • Early Christian Era • Middle Ages • The Reformation

  3. The Industrial Revolution • Medical and scientific advances

  4. The Industrial Revolution • Florence Nightingale • Contributions to the profession

  5. The Civil War • Union Nursing • Dorothea Dix • Clara Barton • Confederate Nursing • Issues

  6. Wars • Spanish-American War • World War I • The Great Depression • World War II

  7. 1950s Through 1970s • Advances in Health Care • Health care is a right • Government involvement • Medical insurance • Increased cost and complexity within health care systems

  8. The 1980s and Beyond • Change in payment and reimbursement systems • DRGs • Rural versus urban care

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