Civil War Medical Practices and Innovations

The documentary explores the medical innovations during the American Civil War, highlighting the challenges faced by battlefield medics, surgeons, and nurses. It covers the introduction of organized ambulance services, the use of anesthesia, and the contributions of key figures like Clara Barton and Mary Edwards Walker. Despite grim conditions, the war led to significant advancements in medical practices, which continue to influence modern medicine.

What was a significant outcome of the American Civil War in terms of medical practices?

• The introduction of modern antibiotics

• The establishment of permanent hospitals

• The development of battlefield medics and nurses

• The invention of the X-ray machine

What was a common medical procedure during the Civil War that often lacked proper conditions?

• Amputations

• Vaccinations

• Blood transfusions

• Organ transplants

What was one of the main challenges faced by medical teams on the battlefield?

• Overabundance of medical supplies

• Lack of trained surgeons

• Shortage of medical textbooks

• Inadequate sanitary conditions

Who revolutionized medical logistics by creating an organized ambulance service during the Civil War?

• Dr. William A. Hammond

• Dr. Jonathan Letterman

• Clara Barton

• Mary Edwards Walker

What was a major advancement in surgery during the Civil War?

• The development of robotic surgery

• The invention of the MRI

• The discovery of penicillin

• The use of antiseptics

Who founded the American Red Cross and played a crucial role in Civil War medical care?

• Dorothea Dix

• Clara Barton

• Sally Louisa Tompkins

• Mary Edwards Walker

What was the impact of anesthesia during the Civil War?

• It was only used for dental procedures

• It made surgeries more painful

• It allowed for more humane surgeries

• It was not used during the Civil War

Who was the first female contract surgeon in the US Army during the Civil War?

• Mary Edwards Walker

• Dorothea Dix

• Clara Barton

• Sally Louisa Tompkins

What role did Dorothea Dix play during the Civil War?

• She was a battlefield nurse

• She founded the American Red Cross

• She was a Confederate officer

• She advocated for mental health reform

What was Sally Louisa Tompkins known for during the Civil War?

• Being the first female surgeon

• Founding the American Red Cross

• Achieving high survival rates in her hospital

• Leading the ambulance corps