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
Which statement best describes the primary goal of
professional nursing practice?
A. Performing physician-prescribed treatments efficiently
B. Providing holistic care that promotes health and well-being
C. Managing hospital resources and finances
D. Diagnosing medical diseases independently
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice focuses on providing holistic care
that promotes, maintains, and restores health, while
preventing illness and supporting patient well-being. Nurses
address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
• A is incorrect because carrying out treatments is only one
aspect of nursing.
• C is incorrect because financial management is not the
primary goal of nursing.
• D is incorrect because medical diagnosis is primarily the
responsibility of physicians.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is discussing the concept of health with a group of
nursing students. Which statement best reflects the modern
concept of health?
A. Health is the absence of disease
B. Health is a dynamic state of physical, mental, and social well-
being
,C. Health is determined primarily by genetic factors
D. Health is defined only by normal laboratory values
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health is now viewed as a dynamic state of well-being that
includes physical, psychological, and social functioning, not
merely the absence of disease.
• A reflects an outdated definition of health.
• C is incorrect because many factors influence health
beyond genetics.
• D is incorrect because health cannot be determined solely
by laboratory results.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor is considered a major determinant of an
individual's health status?
A. Cultural background
B. Political affiliation
C. Personal hobbies
D. Favorite foods
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Cultural background significantly influences health beliefs,
health behaviors, and responses to illness, making it a key
determinant of health status.
• B, C, and D are not recognized major determinants of
health in professional nursing frameworks.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which nursing action best demonstrates evidence-based
practice?
A. Following hospital routines without question
B. Applying clinical research findings to patient care decisions
C. Using only personal clinical experience
D. Implementing physician instructions without evaluation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates best current research
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to
improve patient outcomes.
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H. Cheever;
Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E. Bradley
TEST BANK
Which statement best describes the primary goal of
professional nursing practice?
A. Performing physician-prescribed treatments efficiently
B. Providing holistic care that promotes health and well-being
C. Managing hospital resources and finances
D. Diagnosing medical diseases independently
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice focuses on providing holistic care
that promotes, maintains, and restores health, while
preventing illness and supporting patient well-being. Nurses
address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
• A is incorrect because carrying out treatments is only one
aspect of nursing.
• C is incorrect because financial management is not the
primary goal of nursing.
• D is incorrect because medical diagnosis is primarily the
responsibility of physicians.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is discussing the concept of health with a group of
nursing students. Which statement best reflects the modern
concept of health?
A. Health is the absence of disease
B. Health is a dynamic state of physical, mental, and social well-
being
,C. Health is determined primarily by genetic factors
D. Health is defined only by normal laboratory values
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health is now viewed as a dynamic state of well-being that
includes physical, psychological, and social functioning, not
merely the absence of disease.
• A reflects an outdated definition of health.
• C is incorrect because many factors influence health
beyond genetics.
• D is incorrect because health cannot be determined solely
by laboratory results.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor is considered a major determinant of an
individual's health status?
A. Cultural background
B. Political affiliation
C. Personal hobbies
D. Favorite foods
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Cultural background significantly influences health beliefs,
health behaviors, and responses to illness, making it a key
determinant of health status.
• B, C, and D are not recognized major determinants of
health in professional nursing frameworks.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which nursing action best demonstrates evidence-based
practice?
A. Following hospital routines without question
B. Applying clinical research findings to patient care decisions
C. Using only personal clinical experience
D. Implementing physician instructions without evaluation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates best current research
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to
improve patient outcomes.
