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Timeline & Chronology of 19th Century Medicine and Simpson

History
Year 10 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet designed to develop understanding of the key developments in 19th-century medicine, focusing on Simpson's contributions, through timeline and chronological questions.

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#History
#History
#19th Century Medicine
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Simpson
#Understand the key chronological developments in 19th-century medicine
#Analyse Simpson's impact on medical progress
#Compare different medical innovations of the 19th century

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Timeline & Chronology of 19th Century Medicine and Simpson

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Grade Year 10 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to 19th Century Medicine and Simpson

The 19th century was a period of significant change in medicine, with many advances such as anesthesia, antiseptic surgery, and the development of medical institutions. Dr. John Simpson was a pioneering surgeon who contributed notably to these advancements. His work helped improve surgical techniques and patient care during this transformative era.

1.
Outline the main developments in medicine during the 19th century.
[3 marks]
2.
Explain the significance of Simpson's work in the context of 19th-century medicine.
[3 marks]
B

Timeline of Key Events in 19th Century Medicine

Create a chronological timeline of the following events, placing them in order from earliest to latest:

  • Louis Pasteur develops germ theory
  • Simpson performs his first major surgical operation
  • The first use of ether as an anesthetic
  • Florence Nightingale improves hospital sanitation
  • Joseph Lister begins using antiseptics in surgery
1.
Arrange the following events in chronological order: 1. Louis Pasteur develops germ theory 2. Simpson performs his first major surgical operation 3. The first use of ether as an anesthetic 4. Florence Nightingale improves hospital sanitation 5. Joseph Lister begins using antiseptics in surgery.
[4 marks]
2.
Describe how the timeline of these events shows the progress of medicine during the 19th century.
[6 marks]
C

Simpson's Contributions in Chronology

Review Simpson's key achievements and place them in chronological order based on when they occurred. Use the following information:

  • Simpson begins developing surgical instruments (circa 1850s)
  • Performs notable surgery using chloroform (1860s)
  • Contributes to the improvement of surgical techniques (1870s)
  • Advocates for better hospital sanitation practices (late 1800s)
1.
Arrange Simpson's achievements in the correct chronological order.
[4 marks]
2.
Explain how Simpson's contributions evolved over the course of his career.
[6 marks]
D

Comparison of Key Medical Advances

Compare the impact of two major medical advances of the 19th century: anesthesia and antiseptic surgery. Consider how each changed medical practice and patient outcomes.

1.
Compare the effects of anesthesia and antiseptic surgery on medical practice in the 19th century.
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how these advances contributed to the development of modern surgery.
[6 marks]

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