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
Which statement best describes professional nursing practice?
A. A set of tasks performed under physician supervision
B. A discipline focused solely on disease treatment
C. A learned profession combining science, art, and ethics to
promote health
D. A role limited to hospital-based patient care
Correct Answer: C
,Rationale:
Professional nursing is a learned discipline that integrates
scientific knowledge, clinical skills, and ethical practice to
promote, maintain, and restore health. It extends beyond task
performance (A), is not limited to disease treatment (B), and
occurs across multiple settings—not just hospitals (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates accountability in professional practice by:
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for actions and outcomes of care
C. Following physician orders without question
D. Prioritizing personal convenience over patient needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves being responsible for one’s actions and
their outcomes. Delegation without oversight (A), blind
compliance (C), and self-prioritization (D) violate professional
standards.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
,16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which action reflects patient-centered care?
A. Making decisions based solely on institutional policy
B. Involving the patient in care planning and respecting
preferences
C. Prioritizing physician recommendations over patient wishes
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and involvement in decision-making.
Options A, C, and D ignore patient autonomy and engagement.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which factor is a primary influence on health care delivery?
A. Patient hair color
B. Economic conditions and access to resources
, C. Nurse’s personal beliefs
D. Hospital cafeteria services
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Economic factors significantly influence access, quality, and
delivery of healthcare. The other options are irrelevant to
systemic healthcare delivery.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when:
A. Relying only on past experiences
B. Using the most recent research combined with clinical
expertise and patient preferences
C. Following outdated protocols
D. Avoiding patient input in decisions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
EBP integrates best current evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences. Options A, C, and D do not reflect this
integration.
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H. Cheever;
Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E. Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
Which statement best describes professional nursing practice?
A. A set of tasks performed under physician supervision
B. A discipline focused solely on disease treatment
C. A learned profession combining science, art, and ethics to
promote health
D. A role limited to hospital-based patient care
Correct Answer: C
,Rationale:
Professional nursing is a learned discipline that integrates
scientific knowledge, clinical skills, and ethical practice to
promote, maintain, and restore health. It extends beyond task
performance (A), is not limited to disease treatment (B), and
occurs across multiple settings—not just hospitals (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates accountability in professional practice by:
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for actions and outcomes of care
C. Following physician orders without question
D. Prioritizing personal convenience over patient needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves being responsible for one’s actions and
their outcomes. Delegation without oversight (A), blind
compliance (C), and self-prioritization (D) violate professional
standards.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
,16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which action reflects patient-centered care?
A. Making decisions based solely on institutional policy
B. Involving the patient in care planning and respecting
preferences
C. Prioritizing physician recommendations over patient wishes
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and involvement in decision-making.
Options A, C, and D ignore patient autonomy and engagement.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which factor is a primary influence on health care delivery?
A. Patient hair color
B. Economic conditions and access to resources
, C. Nurse’s personal beliefs
D. Hospital cafeteria services
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Economic factors significantly influence access, quality, and
delivery of healthcare. The other options are irrelevant to
systemic healthcare delivery.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when:
A. Relying only on past experiences
B. Using the most recent research combined with clinical
expertise and patient preferences
C. Following outdated protocols
D. Avoiding patient input in decisions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
EBP integrates best current evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences. Options A, C, and D do not reflect this
integration.
