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 concept of professional nursing practice.
Which action best reflects this concept?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using clinical judgment to provide patient-centered care
C. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
D. Prioritizing institutional policies over patient needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes the use of clinical
judgment, critical thinking, and patient-centered care. Nurses
are accountable for their decisions and actions.
• A is incorrect: Nurses do not blindly follow orders; they
evaluate them.
• C is incorrect: Delegation must be appropriate, not
indiscriminate.
• D is incorrect: Patient needs are central, though policies
guide care.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s perception of
health?
A. Laboratory values
B. Cultural beliefs and values
C. Age
D. Medical diagnosis
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health perception is highly individualized and influenced by
cultural beliefs, values, and personal experiences.
• A and D are objective measures, not perception-based.
• C may influence health but does not directly define
perception.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 3
A nurse is caring for multiple patients. Which patient should be
assessed first based on safety priorities?
A. A patient requesting pain medication
B. A patient with a new onset of confusion
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient asking for assistance with hygiene
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
New-onset confusion may indicate hypoxia, infection, or
neurological deterioration and requires immediate assessment.
• A, C, and D are important but not urgent compared to
potential neurological compromise.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which action demonstrates evidence-based nursing practice?
A. Following routines established by senior nurses
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Implementing care based on personal preference
D. Relying solely on physician directives
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 concept of professional nursing practice.
Which action best reflects this concept?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using clinical judgment to provide patient-centered care
C. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
D. Prioritizing institutional policies over patient needs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes the use of clinical
judgment, critical thinking, and patient-centered care. Nurses
are accountable for their decisions and actions.
• A is incorrect: Nurses do not blindly follow orders; they
evaluate them.
• C is incorrect: Delegation must be appropriate, not
indiscriminate.
• D is incorrect: Patient needs are central, though policies
guide care.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s perception of
health?
A. Laboratory values
B. Cultural beliefs and values
C. Age
D. Medical diagnosis
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health perception is highly individualized and influenced by
cultural beliefs, values, and personal experiences.
• A and D are objective measures, not perception-based.
• C may influence health but does not directly define
perception.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 3
A nurse is caring for multiple patients. Which patient should be
assessed first based on safety priorities?
A. A patient requesting pain medication
B. A patient with a new onset of confusion
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient asking for assistance with hygiene
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
New-onset confusion may indicate hypoxia, infection, or
neurological deterioration and requires immediate assessment.
• A, C, and D are important but not urgent compared to
potential neurological compromise.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which action demonstrates evidence-based nursing practice?
A. Following routines established by senior nurses
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Implementing care based on personal preference
D. Relying solely on physician directives
