Nursing Trivia Questions

What is the symbol for nursing?

• Stethoscope

• Syringe

• Scalpel

• Lamp

When is National Nurses Week celebrated in the United States?

• Fourth week of May

• Third week of May

• Second week of May

• First week of May

How many miles do nurses walk on average during a 12-hour shift?

• 4-5 miles

• 3-4 miles

• 2-3 miles

• 1-2 miles

What is the most common work-related injury reported by nurses?

• Neck pain

• Knee pain

• Back pain

• Shoulder pain

When was the first nursing school established in the United States?

• 1870

• 1880

• 1860

• 1850

What percentage of nurses don't work in hospitals?

• 50%

• 30%

• 20%

• 40%

What is the average age of registered nurses in the United States?

• 40 years old

• 35 years old

• 45 years old

• 50 years old

Which state in the United States is the best-paying for nurses to work in?

• Florida

• New York

• Texas

• California

How many different specialties are there for nurses to choose from?

• 125

• 50

• 75

• 100

What percentage of the total nursing population in the United States is made up of men?

• 11%

• 5%

• 7%

• 9%