Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H. Cheever;
Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E. Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse explains the scope of professional nursing practice to a
new graduate. Which statement best reflects professional
nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses only on implementing physician orders
B. Nursing includes independent, dependent, and collaborative
roles
,C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based patient care
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative duties
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice encompasses independent
(autonomous), dependent, and collaborative roles, including
health promotion, disease prevention, and patient advocacy.
Option A is incorrect because nursing is not limited to physician
orders. Option C is incorrect as nursing occurs across multiple
settings. Option D is too narrow.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse prioritizes patient-centered care. Which action best
demonstrates this principle?
A. Following institutional protocols strictly
B. Involving the patient in care decisions
C. Completing tasks efficiently
D. Delegating care to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
preferences and involving them in decision-making. Protocols
and efficiency are important but secondary to individualized
care. Delegation does not inherently ensure patient-
centeredness.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors influencing a patient’s health. Which
factor represents a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Access to transportation
D. White blood cell count
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include conditions such as access
to transportation, housing, and education that influence health
outcomes. Options A and D are clinical indicators, and B is a
biological factor.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice (EBP). Which action
is most appropriate?
A. Using personal experience only
B. Following outdated protocols
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise
D. Relying solely on physician recommendations
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates best available research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences. The other options fail to
incorporate all essential components of EBP.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which action by a nurse best promotes patient safety?
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H. Cheever;
Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E. Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse explains the scope of professional nursing practice to a
new graduate. Which statement best reflects professional
nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses only on implementing physician orders
B. Nursing includes independent, dependent, and collaborative
roles
,C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based patient care
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative duties
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice encompasses independent
(autonomous), dependent, and collaborative roles, including
health promotion, disease prevention, and patient advocacy.
Option A is incorrect because nursing is not limited to physician
orders. Option C is incorrect as nursing occurs across multiple
settings. Option D is too narrow.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse prioritizes patient-centered care. Which action best
demonstrates this principle?
A. Following institutional protocols strictly
B. Involving the patient in care decisions
C. Completing tasks efficiently
D. Delegating care to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
preferences and involving them in decision-making. Protocols
and efficiency are important but secondary to individualized
care. Delegation does not inherently ensure patient-
centeredness.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors influencing a patient’s health. Which
factor represents a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Access to transportation
D. White blood cell count
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include conditions such as access
to transportation, housing, and education that influence health
outcomes. Options A and D are clinical indicators, and B is a
biological factor.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice (EBP). Which action
is most appropriate?
A. Using personal experience only
B. Following outdated protocols
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise
D. Relying solely on physician recommendations
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates best available research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences. The other options fail to
incorporate all essential components of EBP.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which action by a nurse best promotes patient safety?
