Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
• Print ISBN: 9781975221133
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
Question:
A nurse is explaining the role of professional nursing to a newly
admitted patient. Which statement best describes the primary purpose
of nursing practice?
A. To diagnose all illnesses affecting the patient
B. To provide care that supports health, prevents illness, and promotes
optimal functioning
C. To perform treatments prescribed by health care providers
D. To manage only acute health problems
Correct Answer: B. To provide care that supports health, prevents
illness, and promotes optimal functioning
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention,
restoration of health, alleviation of suffering, and support of patients
across the continuum of care. Nursing practice extends beyond carrying
out prescribed treatments.
Question 2
Question:
A patient asks a nurse why nursing is considered a profession rather
than simply a job. Which response is most appropriate?
A. “Professional nurses work longer hours than most employees.”
B. “Professional nurses primarily follow instructions from physicians.”
C. “Professional nursing is based on specialized knowledge, education,
standards, and accountability.”
, D. “Professional nurses are responsible for all decisions involving
patient care.”
Correct Answer: C. “Professional nursing is based on specialized
knowledge, education, standards, and accountability.”
Rationale:
A profession is characterized by specialized knowledge, formal
education, standards of practice, ethical responsibilities, and
accountability. Nursing requires independent professional judgment
within the nurse's scope of practice.
Question 3
Question:
Which action best demonstrates that the nurse views the patient as a
consumer of health care?
A. Selecting treatments according to the nurse's personal preferences
B. Providing information that allows the patient to participate in health
care decisions
C. Asking the family to make decisions for every adult patient
D. Limiting the patient's questions to prevent delays in care
Correct Answer: B. Providing information that allows the patient to
participate in health care decisions
Rationale:
Patients are active participants and consumers of health care.
Supporting informed participation respects autonomy and promotes
patient-centered care.
Question 4
Medical-Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
• Print ISBN: 9781975221133
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
Question:
A nurse is explaining the role of professional nursing to a newly
admitted patient. Which statement best describes the primary purpose
of nursing practice?
A. To diagnose all illnesses affecting the patient
B. To provide care that supports health, prevents illness, and promotes
optimal functioning
C. To perform treatments prescribed by health care providers
D. To manage only acute health problems
Correct Answer: B. To provide care that supports health, prevents
illness, and promotes optimal functioning
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention,
restoration of health, alleviation of suffering, and support of patients
across the continuum of care. Nursing practice extends beyond carrying
out prescribed treatments.
Question 2
Question:
A patient asks a nurse why nursing is considered a profession rather
than simply a job. Which response is most appropriate?
A. “Professional nurses work longer hours than most employees.”
B. “Professional nurses primarily follow instructions from physicians.”
C. “Professional nursing is based on specialized knowledge, education,
standards, and accountability.”
, D. “Professional nurses are responsible for all decisions involving
patient care.”
Correct Answer: C. “Professional nursing is based on specialized
knowledge, education, standards, and accountability.”
Rationale:
A profession is characterized by specialized knowledge, formal
education, standards of practice, ethical responsibilities, and
accountability. Nursing requires independent professional judgment
within the nurse's scope of practice.
Question 3
Question:
Which action best demonstrates that the nurse views the patient as a
consumer of health care?
A. Selecting treatments according to the nurse's personal preferences
B. Providing information that allows the patient to participate in health
care decisions
C. Asking the family to make decisions for every adult patient
D. Limiting the patient's questions to prevent delays in care
Correct Answer: B. Providing information that allows the patient to
participate in health care decisions
Rationale:
Patients are active participants and consumers of health care.
Supporting informed participation respects autonomy and promotes
patient-centered care.
Question 4
