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 nursing to a newly hired
staff member. Which statement best reflects the definition of
nursing?
A. Nursing focuses solely on treating disease processes
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to physician-directed interventions
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative responsibilities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to actual or potential health problems, emphasizing
holistic care. Options A and C are incorrect because nursing
extends beyond disease treatment and physician direction.
Option D is incorrect because administrative duties are not the
primary focus.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which patient scenario best demonstrates the nurse’s role in
promoting health?
A. Administering prescribed antibiotics for infection
B. Educating a patient about smoking cessation
C. Monitoring vital signs postoperatively
D. Documenting patient intake and output
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health promotion includes activities that enhance well-being,
such as education on lifestyle changes like smoking cessation.
Options A, C, and D reflect treatment or monitoring rather than
health promotion.
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?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions
B. A patient with new-onset chest pain
, C. A patient needing assistance with ambulation
D. A patient scheduled for routine medication
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Chest pain may indicate a life-threatening condition requiring
immediate assessment (priority based on ABCs and potential
instability). Other options are non-urgent.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which factor is considered a major influence on health care
delivery?
A. Patient’s favorite foods
B. Socioeconomic status
C. Nurse’s personal beliefs
D. Hospital room design
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Socioeconomic status significantly affects access to care, health
outcomes, and health behaviors. Other options are not primary
determinants of healthcare delivery.
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 nursing to a newly hired
staff member. Which statement best reflects the definition of
nursing?
A. Nursing focuses solely on treating disease processes
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to physician-directed interventions
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative responsibilities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to actual or potential health problems, emphasizing
holistic care. Options A and C are incorrect because nursing
extends beyond disease treatment and physician direction.
Option D is incorrect because administrative duties are not the
primary focus.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which patient scenario best demonstrates the nurse’s role in
promoting health?
A. Administering prescribed antibiotics for infection
B. Educating a patient about smoking cessation
C. Monitoring vital signs postoperatively
D. Documenting patient intake and output
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health promotion includes activities that enhance well-being,
such as education on lifestyle changes like smoking cessation.
Options A, C, and D reflect treatment or monitoring rather than
health promotion.
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?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions
B. A patient with new-onset chest pain
, C. A patient needing assistance with ambulation
D. A patient scheduled for routine medication
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Chest pain may indicate a life-threatening condition requiring
immediate assessment (priority based on ABCs and potential
instability). Other options are non-urgent.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which factor is considered a major influence on health care
delivery?
A. Patient’s favorite foods
B. Socioeconomic status
C. Nurse’s personal beliefs
D. Hospital room design
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Socioeconomic status significantly affects access to care, health
outcomes, and health behaviors. Other options are not primary
determinants of healthcare delivery.
