In the 19th century, which factors led to the administration of anesthesia by nurses? Select all that apply.
A) Surgeon entitlement to collecting anesthesia fees
B) Collaborative practice between physician-anesthetists and nurses
C) Lack of recognition of anesthesiology as a medical specialty
D) Opposition to anesthesia administration by physicians
E) Formation of a national organization by nurse anesthetists

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Surgeons often collected anesthesia fees, leading them to delegate the task to nurses. Anesthesiology was not yet recognized as a medical specialty, allowing nurses to fill the role.

In the 19th Century, Which Factors Led to the Administration