For which reason was the 2-year associate degree in nursing developed?

QUESTION

For which reason was the 2-year associate degree in nursing developed?

1. Distance education
2. Nursing shortages
3. Advanced practice roles
4. Consumerism

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 2

In response to the WWII nursing shortage and in line with the desire of professional nursing organizations in the United States to advance nursing’s professional standing, a 2-year associate degree nursing program was developed for the junior/community colleges. The other options did not influence the development of the associate degree.