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. It focuses solely on performing physician-prescribed
treatments
B. It integrates knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide
patient-centered care
C. It emphasizes task completion over patient outcomes
D. It is limited to hospital-based care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of
specialized knowledge, clinical judgment, and technical skills to
deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care.
• A is incorrect: Nursing is not limited to carrying out
physician orders.
• C is incorrect: Nursing prioritizes outcomes, not just tasks.
• D is incorrect: Nursing occurs across diverse settings.
,Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s role as a
consumer of health care?
A. Hospital staffing ratios
B. Patient’s level of health literacy
C. Nurse-to-patient communication styles
D. Physician specialization
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health literacy significantly affects a patient’s ability to make
informed decisions, access services, and engage in care.
• A, C, and D may influence care but do not directly define
the patient’s role as a consumer.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse applies evidence-based practice (EBP) when planning
care. Which action demonstrates EBP?
A. Following hospital policy without question
B. Using personal experience alone to guide care
, C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Prioritizing physician recommendations over patient values
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP combines current research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences.
• A and B lack integration of evidence.
• D disregards patient-centered care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first based on safety and
prioritization principles?
A. A patient requesting assistance with ambulation
B. A patient with new onset confusion
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient asking for pain medication refill
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
New onset confusion may indicate acute neurological or
systemic deterioration and requires immediate assessment.
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. It focuses solely on performing physician-prescribed
treatments
B. It integrates knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide
patient-centered care
C. It emphasizes task completion over patient outcomes
D. It is limited to hospital-based care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of
specialized knowledge, clinical judgment, and technical skills to
deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care.
• A is incorrect: Nursing is not limited to carrying out
physician orders.
• C is incorrect: Nursing prioritizes outcomes, not just tasks.
• D is incorrect: Nursing occurs across diverse settings.
,Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s role as a
consumer of health care?
A. Hospital staffing ratios
B. Patient’s level of health literacy
C. Nurse-to-patient communication styles
D. Physician specialization
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health literacy significantly affects a patient’s ability to make
informed decisions, access services, and engage in care.
• A, C, and D may influence care but do not directly define
the patient’s role as a consumer.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse applies evidence-based practice (EBP) when planning
care. Which action demonstrates EBP?
A. Following hospital policy without question
B. Using personal experience alone to guide care
, C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Prioritizing physician recommendations over patient values
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP combines current research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences.
• A and B lack integration of evidence.
• D disregards patient-centered care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first based on safety and
prioritization principles?
A. A patient requesting assistance with ambulation
B. A patient with new onset confusion
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient asking for pain medication refill
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
New onset confusion may indicate acute neurological or
systemic deterioration and requires immediate assessment.
