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 defines professional nursing practice?
A. Performance of physician-prescribed interventions
B. Independent and collaborative care focused on patient
responses to health problems
C. Technical execution of clinical procedures
D. Delegation of tasks to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves both independent and
collaborative care aimed at addressing patient responses to
actual or potential health problems. Option A is limited to
dependent roles, while C and D do not encompass the full
scope of nursing responsibilities.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is applying the nursing process. Which step involves
prioritizing patient problems?
A. Assessment
B. Diagnosis
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Planning includes setting priorities, establishing goals, and
determining interventions. Assessment collects data, diagnosis
identifies problems, and evaluation determines outcomes.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
,16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s role as a
consumer of health care?
A. Nurse staffing levels
B. Access to information and health literacy
C. Hospital policies
D. Physician availability
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health literacy and access to information empower patients to
make informed decisions, defining their role as active
consumers. Other options influence care delivery but not
directly patient autonomy.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which concept is central to evidence-based practice (EBP)?
, A. Following institutional protocols only
B. Using tradition-based interventions
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician directives
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
values. Options A, B, and D fail to incorporate all three essential
components.
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 administration.
Which principle is demonstrated?
A. Efficiency
B. Quality improvement
C. Patient safety
D. Cost-effectiveness
Correct Answer: C
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 defines professional nursing practice?
A. Performance of physician-prescribed interventions
B. Independent and collaborative care focused on patient
responses to health problems
C. Technical execution of clinical procedures
D. Delegation of tasks to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves both independent and
collaborative care aimed at addressing patient responses to
actual or potential health problems. Option A is limited to
dependent roles, while C and D do not encompass the full
scope of nursing responsibilities.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is applying the nursing process. Which step involves
prioritizing patient problems?
A. Assessment
B. Diagnosis
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Planning includes setting priorities, establishing goals, and
determining interventions. Assessment collects data, diagnosis
identifies problems, and evaluation determines outcomes.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
,16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s role as a
consumer of health care?
A. Nurse staffing levels
B. Access to information and health literacy
C. Hospital policies
D. Physician availability
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health literacy and access to information empower patients to
make informed decisions, defining their role as active
consumers. Other options influence care delivery but not
directly patient autonomy.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which concept is central to evidence-based practice (EBP)?
, A. Following institutional protocols only
B. Using tradition-based interventions
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician directives
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
values. Options A, B, and D fail to incorporate all three essential
components.
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 administration.
Which principle is demonstrated?
A. Efficiency
B. Quality improvement
C. Patient safety
D. Cost-effectiveness
Correct Answer: C
