Women in Nursing Trivia

When is Mary E. Mahoney's Birthday?

• May 7, 1845

• May 17, 1846

• May 7, 1847

• May 12, 1845

How many people were originally in Mary E Mahoney's nursing class?

• 41

• 42

• 15

• 17

What was Mary E Mahoney best known for?

• She was the first African American licensed nurse

• She founded the New England Hospital for Women and Children

• She was a nurse during the Crimean War

• She was one of the 4 graduates of her class

What was Florence Nightingale also known as?

• Maiden with the Lamp

• Founder of clinical nursing

• Lady with the Lamp

• don't pick this answer!

Whose birthday is on 5/12/1820?

• Dorothea Dix

• Clara Barton

• Florence Nightingale

• Mary E Mahoney

What did Florence Nightingale focus on during the Crimean War?

• Improving hygiene

• Distributed supplies

• Led a group of nurses to a camp site

• Hosted first-aid classes

What was Mary Breckinridge known for?

• Became a nurse against her parents' wishes

• Contributed to nurse-midwifery and bringing modern nursing to rural communities

• Taught at the Frontier Nursing Service

• Served as director of American Nurses Association

Which of the following is false?

• Mary Breckinridge served as director of the Frontier Nursing Service for 35 years

• Florence came from an affluent family Nightingale

• Mary E Mahoney worked as a nurses aid

• Mary E Mahoney graduated at age 33

What year was Women's History month nationally recognized?

• 1887

• 1987

• 1986

• 1985

Where is Seneca Falls?

• NY

• MA

• NJ

• PA