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 applying the nursing process when caring for a
patient with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which action best
represents the evaluation phase?
A. Measuring the patient’s blood pressure after administering
medication
B. Developing a plan to reduce sodium intake
C. Identifying risk factors for hypertension
D. Administering prescribed antihypertensive medication
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Evaluation involves determining the effectiveness of
interventions by assessing patient outcomes, such as measuring
blood pressure after treatment. Planning involves developing
strategies (B), assessment includes identifying risk factors (C),
and implementation includes administering medications (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which characteristic best defines professional nursing practice?
,A. Performing tasks delegated by physicians
B. Applying critical thinking and clinical judgment in patient
care
C. Following routines without deviation
D. Focusing only on physical health needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes critical thinking,
clinical judgment, and evidence-based decision-making. It is not
limited to task performance (A), rigid routines (C), or only
physical care (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse demonstrates accountability in professional practice by
performing which action?
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for personal actions and decisions
C. Avoiding complex patient situations
D. Relying solely on physician instructions
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Accountability involves accepting responsibility for one’s
actions and ensuring safe, competent care. Delegation without
oversight (A), avoidance (C), and dependence on others (D) do
not reflect accountability.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient statement best reflects the concept of the
patient as a consumer of health care?
A. “I will do whatever the doctor tells me.”
B. “I want to understand my treatment options before
deciding.”
C. “I don’t need to know about my diagnosis.”
D. “The nurse will make all decisions for me.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patients as consumers actively participate in decision-making
and seek information about their care. Passive acceptance (A,
D) and lack of engagement (C) do not reflect this concept.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
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 applying the nursing process when caring for a
patient with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which action best
represents the evaluation phase?
A. Measuring the patient’s blood pressure after administering
medication
B. Developing a plan to reduce sodium intake
C. Identifying risk factors for hypertension
D. Administering prescribed antihypertensive medication
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Evaluation involves determining the effectiveness of
interventions by assessing patient outcomes, such as measuring
blood pressure after treatment. Planning involves developing
strategies (B), assessment includes identifying risk factors (C),
and implementation includes administering medications (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which characteristic best defines professional nursing practice?
,A. Performing tasks delegated by physicians
B. Applying critical thinking and clinical judgment in patient
care
C. Following routines without deviation
D. Focusing only on physical health needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes critical thinking,
clinical judgment, and evidence-based decision-making. It is not
limited to task performance (A), rigid routines (C), or only
physical care (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse demonstrates accountability in professional practice by
performing which action?
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for personal actions and decisions
C. Avoiding complex patient situations
D. Relying solely on physician instructions
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Accountability involves accepting responsibility for one’s
actions and ensuring safe, competent care. Delegation without
oversight (A), avoidance (C), and dependence on others (D) do
not reflect accountability.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient statement best reflects the concept of the
patient as a consumer of health care?
A. “I will do whatever the doctor tells me.”
B. “I want to understand my treatment options before
deciding.”
C. “I don’t need to know about my diagnosis.”
D. “The nurse will make all decisions for me.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patients as consumers actively participate in decision-making
and seek information about their care. Passive acceptance (A,
D) and lack of engagement (C) do not reflect this concept.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
