When comparing the practices of industrial and occupational health nur

When comparing the practices of industrial and occupational health nurses, it is noted that

a. Industrial nurses invented new machines to streamline production of medical goods, whereas occupational health nurses provide care to employees.
b. Industrial nurses investigated industrial injuries to improve work conditions, whereas occupational health nurses demonstrate proper body mechanics.
c. Industrial nurses treated work related-injuries, whereas occupational health nurses care for families in their homes.
d. Industrial nurses provided care for workers in their homes, whereas occupational health nurses care for work-related injuries.

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ANS: D
Early occupational health nursing did not provide care for work-related injuries, but instead focused on the care of employees and their families in the home. Contemporary occupational health nurses provide care for work-related injuries.