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
Question 1
A nurse explains to a student nurse that professional nursing
practice is distinguished from other health professions primarily
by which characteristic?
A. Performance of diagnostic medical procedures
B. Independent prescription of medications
C. Use of clinical judgment to provide patient-centered care
D. Authority to determine hospital financial policies
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes clinical judgment,
patient-centered care, advocacy, and coordination of care to
promote health and safety. Nurses use evidence-based
knowledge and critical thinking in caring for patients. Diagnostic
prescribing and institutional financial decisions are not primary
functions of nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse caring for hospitalized patients demonstrates
accountability by performing which action?
A. Delegating all patient education to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for nursing actions and outcomes
C. Following physician instructions without question
D. Avoiding documentation until the end of the shift
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability in nursing means accepting responsibility for
professional actions, judgments, and patient outcomes. Timely
documentation and appropriate delegation are also essential
components of accountable nursing care.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 3
The nurse identifies which patient statement as demonstrating
understanding of health promotion?
A. “I only seek care when I become seriously ill.”
B. “Health means the absence of disease only.”
C. “Regular exercise and screenings can help maintain
wellness.”
D. “Genetics alone determine a person’s health status.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Health promotion focuses on activities that improve well-being
and prevent disease, including exercise, preventive screenings,
and healthy lifestyle behaviors. Health is a dynamic state
influenced by multiple physical, emotional, social, and
environmental factors.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
, Question 4
A nurse uses evidence-based practice when planning patient
care. Which action best reflects this principle?
A. Using interventions based solely on personal experience
B. Applying current research findings with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
C. Following outdated procedures to maintain consistency
D. Implementing treatments without evaluating patient
response
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve patient
outcomes and safety. Reliance solely on tradition or personal
experience does not reflect evidence-based nursing care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 5
Which nursing action best supports patient safety during
medication administration?
A. Delegating medication administration to unlicensed
personnel
B. Verifying patient identity using approved identifiers
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse explains to a student nurse that professional nursing
practice is distinguished from other health professions primarily
by which characteristic?
A. Performance of diagnostic medical procedures
B. Independent prescription of medications
C. Use of clinical judgment to provide patient-centered care
D. Authority to determine hospital financial policies
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes clinical judgment,
patient-centered care, advocacy, and coordination of care to
promote health and safety. Nurses use evidence-based
knowledge and critical thinking in caring for patients. Diagnostic
prescribing and institutional financial decisions are not primary
functions of nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse caring for hospitalized patients demonstrates
accountability by performing which action?
A. Delegating all patient education to assistive personnel
B. Accepting responsibility for nursing actions and outcomes
C. Following physician instructions without question
D. Avoiding documentation until the end of the shift
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability in nursing means accepting responsibility for
professional actions, judgments, and patient outcomes. Timely
documentation and appropriate delegation are also essential
components of accountable nursing care.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 3
The nurse identifies which patient statement as demonstrating
understanding of health promotion?
A. “I only seek care when I become seriously ill.”
B. “Health means the absence of disease only.”
C. “Regular exercise and screenings can help maintain
wellness.”
D. “Genetics alone determine a person’s health status.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Health promotion focuses on activities that improve well-being
and prevent disease, including exercise, preventive screenings,
and healthy lifestyle behaviors. Health is a dynamic state
influenced by multiple physical, emotional, social, and
environmental factors.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
, Question 4
A nurse uses evidence-based practice when planning patient
care. Which action best reflects this principle?
A. Using interventions based solely on personal experience
B. Applying current research findings with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
C. Following outdated procedures to maintain consistency
D. Implementing treatments without evaluating patient
response
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve patient
outcomes and safety. Reliance solely on tradition or personal
experience does not reflect evidence-based nursing care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing –
Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Question 5
Which nursing action best supports patient safety during
medication administration?
A. Delegating medication administration to unlicensed
personnel
B. Verifying patient identity using approved identifiers
