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
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the concept of professional nursing
practice to a group of students. Which statement best reflects
this concept?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on disease treatment prescribed by
physicians
B. Nursing integrates science, ethics, and patient-centered care
C. Nursing is limited to performing clinical procedures in
hospitals
D. Nursing excludes the use of research in clinical decision-
making
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates scientific knowledge,
ethical principles, and patient-centered care to promote health
and manage illness. It is not limited to physician directives or
technical tasks. Research and evidence-based practice are
essential components.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who actively participates in
decision-making about their treatment plan. This reflects which
concept?
A. Paternalism
B. Patient autonomy
C. Beneficence
D. Nonmaleficence
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient autonomy refers to the patient’s right to make
informed decisions about their care. Active participation
demonstrates respect for autonomy. Paternalism involves
provider control, while beneficence and nonmaleficence relate
to doing good and avoiding harm.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which factor is most likely to influence health care delivery in a
community?
A. Nurse’s personal preferences
B. Availability of healthcare resources
, C. Individual nurse’s clinical skills only
D. Patient’s age alone
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health care delivery is significantly influenced by resource
availability, including facilities, workforce, and funding. While
individual factors matter, systemic influences play a larger role
in access and quality of care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse uses current research findings to guide patient care
decisions. This is an example of:
A. Clinical intuition
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Traditional practice
D. Experimental research
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice involves integrating best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care. It improves quality and patient outcomes.
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the concept of professional nursing
practice to a group of students. Which statement best reflects
this concept?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on disease treatment prescribed by
physicians
B. Nursing integrates science, ethics, and patient-centered care
C. Nursing is limited to performing clinical procedures in
hospitals
D. Nursing excludes the use of research in clinical decision-
making
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates scientific knowledge,
ethical principles, and patient-centered care to promote health
and manage illness. It is not limited to physician directives or
technical tasks. Research and evidence-based practice are
essential components.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who actively participates in
decision-making about their treatment plan. This reflects which
concept?
A. Paternalism
B. Patient autonomy
C. Beneficence
D. Nonmaleficence
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient autonomy refers to the patient’s right to make
informed decisions about their care. Active participation
demonstrates respect for autonomy. Paternalism involves
provider control, while beneficence and nonmaleficence relate
to doing good and avoiding harm.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which factor is most likely to influence health care delivery in a
community?
A. Nurse’s personal preferences
B. Availability of healthcare resources
, C. Individual nurse’s clinical skills only
D. Patient’s age alone
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health care delivery is significantly influenced by resource
availability, including facilities, workforce, and funding. While
individual factors matter, systemic influences play a larger role
in access and quality of care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse uses current research findings to guide patient care
decisions. This is an example of:
A. Clinical intuition
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Traditional practice
D. Experimental research
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice involves integrating best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care. It improves quality and patient outcomes.
