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
professional nursing practice?
A. Performing tasks delegated by physicians
B. Providing care based solely on institutional policies
C. Using clinical judgment and evidence-based knowledge to
provide patient-centered care
D. Focusing primarily on disease treatment rather than patient
needs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of clinical
judgment, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care
to achieve optimal outcomes. Option A is limited to task
performance, not full professional practice. Option B ignores
individualized care and evidence. Option D contradicts holistic
nursing principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following standardized protocols for all patients
B. Prioritizing physician orders over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decision-making about their care
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active involvement in decision-making.
Options A and B neglect individualization. Option D limits
education, which should occur throughout care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors that influence a patient’s health.
Which factor represents a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure level
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Access to healthcare services
D. White blood cell count
, Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include conditions such as access
to healthcare, socioeconomic status, and environment. Options
A and D are physiological measures. Option B is a biological
factor, not social.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which statement best defines health according to modern
nursing perspectives?
A. Absence of disease
B. Ability to perform daily activities without assistance
C. A dynamic state of physical, mental, and social well-being
D. Maintenance of normal laboratory values
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Health is defined as a dynamic, holistic state encompassing
physical, mental, and social well-being. Options A, B, and D
provide limited or incomplete views of health.
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
professional nursing practice?
A. Performing tasks delegated by physicians
B. Providing care based solely on institutional policies
C. Using clinical judgment and evidence-based knowledge to
provide patient-centered care
D. Focusing primarily on disease treatment rather than patient
needs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of clinical
judgment, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care
to achieve optimal outcomes. Option A is limited to task
performance, not full professional practice. Option B ignores
individualized care and evidence. Option D contradicts holistic
nursing principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following standardized protocols for all patients
B. Prioritizing physician orders over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decision-making about their care
D. Limiting patient education to discharge instructions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active involvement in decision-making.
Options A and B neglect individualization. Option D limits
education, which should occur throughout care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is assessing factors that influence a patient’s health.
Which factor represents a social determinant of health?
A. Blood pressure level
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Access to healthcare services
D. White blood cell count
, Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include conditions such as access
to healthcare, socioeconomic status, and environment. Options
A and D are physiological measures. Option B is a biological
factor, not social.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which statement best defines health according to modern
nursing perspectives?
A. Absence of disease
B. Ability to perform daily activities without assistance
C. A dynamic state of physical, mental, and social well-being
D. Maintenance of normal laboratory values
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Health is defined as a dynamic, holistic state encompassing
physical, mental, and social well-being. Options A, B, and D
provide limited or incomplete views of health.
