Nursing History in Canada
This pioneer opened the first nursing school in Canada in 1874
Who is Florence Nightingale?
The first Indigenous nurse in Canada, paving the way for many others.
Who is Jean Cuthand Goodwill?
This quality helps nurses stay cool under pressure, even during emergencies.
What is composure?
The tool nurses use to measure blood pressure accurately.
What is a sphygmomanometer?
When the heart beats faster than usual, nurses call it this.
What is tachycardia?
Instrumental in developing Canada’s nursing education system, this leader was Toronto General Hospital’s first superintendent.
Who is Mary Agnes Snively?
Appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada for her public health contributions.
Who is Helen Mussallem?
A trait that allows nurses to connect deeply with patients and their families.
What is empathy?
A lifesaving technique taught to nurses to revive those in cardiac arrest.
What is Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)?
A condition marked by excessive sugar levels in the blood.
What is diabetes?
In 1908, this organization was founded to advocate for Canadian nurses.
What is the Canadian Nurses Association?
This nurse was a key figure in establishing public health nursing in Canada.
Who is Lillian Wald?
Nurses use this skill to deliver complicated medical information in an understandable way.
What is communication?
The process nurses use to assess a patient’s comprehensive health status.
What is a physical examination?
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This Canadian nurse was pivotal in establishing the Victorian Order of Nurses in 1897.
Who is Lady Ishbel Aberdeen?
A celebrated Canadian nurse who served in World War I and II.
Who is Margaret MacDonald?
This trait is essential for nurses working long shifts and managing patient care.
What is endurance?
In patient support programs, guiding patients through treatment plans, ensuring adherence, and improving clinical outcomes.
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The longest recorded nursing shift lasted
56 hours straight.
In 1887, this nurse founded Canada’s first hospital for the treatment of cancer.
Who is Elizabeth Russell?
This nurse was a trailblazer in mental health care in Canada and helped establish psychiatric nursing as a specialized field.
Who is Charlotte Edith Anderson Monture?
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, such as monitoring patients, administering medication, and coordinating with healthcare teams, ensuring smooth and effective patient care.
What is multitasking?
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