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 is explaining the scope of professional nursing practice
to a student. Which statement best reflects the definition of
nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on administering medications and
treatments
B. Nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to health problems
,C. Nursing is limited to assisting physicians in clinical procedures
D. Nursing is primarily concerned with disease prevention only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to actual or potential health problems. It goes
beyond task performance and includes holistic care. Options A,
C, and D are too narrow and do not capture the full scope of
professional nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following hospital policy without deviation
B. Prioritizing physician instructions over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decisions about their care
D. Completing tasks quickly to improve efficiency
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
,preferences, values, and involvement in decision-making.
Options A, B, and D do not prioritize the patient’s role in care
decisions.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors that influence a patient’s health.
Which factor is considered a social determinant of health?
A. Genetic predisposition
B. Access to healthcare services
C. Blood pressure level
D. Presence of infection
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include access to care,
socioeconomic status, education, and environment. Genetic
predisposition is biological, while blood pressure and infection
are clinical conditions.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 4
Which principle is essential to evidence-based nursing practice?
A. Relying solely on physician orders
B. Using tradition as the primary guide
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient values
D. Applying only randomized controlled trials
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences. Options A and B ignore
evidence integration, and D is too restrictive.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse identifies a medication error before it reaches the
patient. This action reflects which quality principle?
A. Efficiency
B. 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 is explaining the scope of professional nursing practice
to a student. Which statement best reflects the definition of
nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on administering medications and
treatments
B. Nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to health problems
,C. Nursing is limited to assisting physicians in clinical procedures
D. Nursing is primarily concerned with disease prevention only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to actual or potential health problems. It goes
beyond task performance and includes holistic care. Options A,
C, and D are too narrow and do not capture the full scope of
professional nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following hospital policy without deviation
B. Prioritizing physician instructions over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decisions about their care
D. Completing tasks quickly to improve efficiency
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
,preferences, values, and involvement in decision-making.
Options A, B, and D do not prioritize the patient’s role in care
decisions.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors that influence a patient’s health.
Which factor is considered a social determinant of health?
A. Genetic predisposition
B. Access to healthcare services
C. Blood pressure level
D. Presence of infection
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include access to care,
socioeconomic status, education, and environment. Genetic
predisposition is biological, while blood pressure and infection
are clinical conditions.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 4
Which principle is essential to evidence-based nursing practice?
A. Relying solely on physician orders
B. Using tradition as the primary guide
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient values
D. Applying only randomized controlled trials
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences. Options A and B ignore
evidence integration, and D is too restrictive.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse identifies a medication error before it reaches the
patient. This action reflects which quality principle?
A. Efficiency
B. Safety
