Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-
Surgical Nursing (16th ed.)
Medical-Surgical Nursing Revision
Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
(Unit 1 – Principles of Nursing Practice)
Q1.
Which statement best defines nursing according to professional
standards?
A. Treatment of disease through medical interventions
,B. Assistance with activities of daily living only
C. Promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health through
caring
D. Execution of physician-prescribed therapies
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nursing focuses on holistic care that promotes,
maintains, and restores health, not just task performance.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q2.
The primary goal of professional nursing practice is to:
A. Cure illness
B. Promote optimal health outcomes
C. Prevent all diseases
D. Reduce hospital costs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing aims to support optimal health outcomes
across wellness, illness, and end-of-life care.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q3.
Which role emphasizes protecting patients from harm?
A. Educator
B. Advocate
,C. Researcher
D. Manager
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Advocacy includes safeguarding patients’ rights,
safety, and well-being.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q4.
A patient refusing treatment demonstrates which ethical
principle?
A. Beneficence
B. Justice
C. Autonomy
D. Fidelity
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Autonomy respects the patient’s right to make
informed decisions about care.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q5.
Which factor is considered a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure
B. Genetic makeup
, C. Access to education
D. Immune response
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Education influences health literacy, access to care,
and long-term health outcomes.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q6.
Evidence-based practice (EBP) integrates clinical expertise with:
A. Hospital policy only
B. Patient preferences and best research evidence
C. Physician experience
D. Cost-containment strategies
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: EBP combines best evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient values.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q7.
Which action best reflects patient-centered care?
A. Standardized care plans for all patients
B. Care based solely on diagnosis
C. Inclusion of patient values in decision-making
D. Limiting patient involvement
Surgical Nursing (16th ed.)
Medical-Surgical Nursing Revision
Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
(Unit 1 – Principles of Nursing Practice)
Q1.
Which statement best defines nursing according to professional
standards?
A. Treatment of disease through medical interventions
,B. Assistance with activities of daily living only
C. Promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health through
caring
D. Execution of physician-prescribed therapies
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nursing focuses on holistic care that promotes,
maintains, and restores health, not just task performance.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q2.
The primary goal of professional nursing practice is to:
A. Cure illness
B. Promote optimal health outcomes
C. Prevent all diseases
D. Reduce hospital costs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing aims to support optimal health outcomes
across wellness, illness, and end-of-life care.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q3.
Which role emphasizes protecting patients from harm?
A. Educator
B. Advocate
,C. Researcher
D. Manager
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Advocacy includes safeguarding patients’ rights,
safety, and well-being.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q4.
A patient refusing treatment demonstrates which ethical
principle?
A. Beneficence
B. Justice
C. Autonomy
D. Fidelity
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Autonomy respects the patient’s right to make
informed decisions about care.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q5.
Which factor is considered a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure
B. Genetic makeup
, C. Access to education
D. Immune response
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Education influences health literacy, access to care,
and long-term health outcomes.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q6.
Evidence-based practice (EBP) integrates clinical expertise with:
A. Hospital policy only
B. Patient preferences and best research evidence
C. Physician experience
D. Cost-containment strategies
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: EBP combines best evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient values.
Citation: Brunner & Suddarth, 16th ed., Ch. 1
Q7.
Which action best reflects patient-centered care?
A. Standardized care plans for all patients
B. Care based solely on diagnosis
C. Inclusion of patient values in decision-making
D. Limiting patient involvement
