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 explains to a newly admitted patient that nursing care
is guided by professional standards and ethical principles.
Which statement best describes professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing integrates clinical judgment, evidence-based
practice, and patient advocacy
C. Nursing responsibilities are limited to physical care needs
D. Nursing practice is dependent solely on physician direction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of clinical
judgment, evidence-based practice, ethical principles, patient
advocacy, and collaborative care to promote patient outcomes.
Nursing extends beyond implementing medical orders and
includes holistic care, education, safety, and coordination of
care. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they narrowly
define nursing responsibilities and fail to reflect the
autonomous and professional nature of nursing practice.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients on a medical-surgical unit.
Which patient situation best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Completing all nursing tasks before speaking with patients
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions regarding
treatment options
C. Prioritizing physician preferences over patient concerns
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active participation in health care
decisions. Involving patients in treatment planning promotes
autonomy and improved outcomes. Options A, C, and D fail to
support collaboration and individualized care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 3
The nurse is participating in quality improvement activities on a
hospital unit. Which action reflects evidence-based nursing
practice?
A. Using interventions based solely on personal experience
B. Following routines that have always been used on the unit
C. Applying current research findings to patient care decisions
D. Implementing care without evaluating patient outcomes
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Using research-supported interventions promotes
safe and effective care. Options A, B, and D do not reflect
systematic evidence-based decision-making.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse identifies that a patient almost received the wrong
medication dosage. Which immediate nursing action best
promotes patient safety?
A. Document the event at the end of the shift
B. Notify the provider after administering the medication
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 explains to a newly admitted patient that nursing care
is guided by professional standards and ethical principles.
Which statement best describes professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing integrates clinical judgment, evidence-based
practice, and patient advocacy
C. Nursing responsibilities are limited to physical care needs
D. Nursing practice is dependent solely on physician direction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of clinical
judgment, evidence-based practice, ethical principles, patient
advocacy, and collaborative care to promote patient outcomes.
Nursing extends beyond implementing medical orders and
includes holistic care, education, safety, and coordination of
care. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they narrowly
define nursing responsibilities and fail to reflect the
autonomous and professional nature of nursing practice.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients on a medical-surgical unit.
Which patient situation best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Completing all nursing tasks before speaking with patients
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions regarding
treatment options
C. Prioritizing physician preferences over patient concerns
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active participation in health care
decisions. Involving patients in treatment planning promotes
autonomy and improved outcomes. Options A, C, and D fail to
support collaboration and individualized care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 3
The nurse is participating in quality improvement activities on a
hospital unit. Which action reflects evidence-based nursing
practice?
A. Using interventions based solely on personal experience
B. Following routines that have always been used on the unit
C. Applying current research findings to patient care decisions
D. Implementing care without evaluating patient outcomes
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Using research-supported interventions promotes
safe and effective care. Options A, B, and D do not reflect
systematic evidence-based decision-making.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse identifies that a patient almost received the wrong
medication dosage. Which immediate nursing action best
promotes patient safety?
A. Document the event at the end of the shift
B. Notify the provider after administering the medication
