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
Which statement best reflects the role of professional nursing
practice?
A. Nursing focuses only on carrying out physician orders
B. Nursing integrates science, clinical judgment, and patient-
centered care
C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based care
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative responsibilities
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates scientific knowledge,
clinical judgment, and patient-centered care. It is not limited to
task execution (A), hospital settings (C), or administration (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when making
clinical decisions. Which action best demonstrates EBP?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Combining best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Applying hospital policies without evaluation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
values. Options A, B, and D lack one or more essential
components of EBP.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor is a key determinant of an individual’s health
status?
A. Hospital infrastructure only
B. Genetic makeup, environment, and lifestyle
C. Physician availability only
D. Health insurance status alone
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health is influenced by multiple factors including genetics,
environment, and lifestyle. The other options are too narrow
and incomplete.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 4
The patient is described as a “consumer of health care.” What
does this imply?
A. Patients passively receive care
B. Patients actively participate in decision-making
C. Patients rely solely on nurses for decisions
D. Patients avoid involvement in treatment planning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Modern healthcare emphasizes patient autonomy and active
participation. Options A, C, and D contradict this concept.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which action by a nurse best promotes patient safety?
A. Ignoring minor errors
B. Reporting and analyzing near-miss events
C. Delegating all tasks
D. Avoiding documentation
Correct Answer: B
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H. Cheever;
Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E. Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
Which statement best reflects the role of professional nursing
practice?
A. Nursing focuses only on carrying out physician orders
B. Nursing integrates science, clinical judgment, and patient-
centered care
C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based care
D. Nursing primarily involves administrative responsibilities
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates scientific knowledge,
clinical judgment, and patient-centered care. It is not limited to
task execution (A), hospital settings (C), or administration (D).
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when making
clinical decisions. Which action best demonstrates EBP?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Combining best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Applying hospital policies without evaluation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
EBP integrates research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
values. Options A, B, and D lack one or more essential
components of EBP.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which factor is a key determinant of an individual’s health
status?
A. Hospital infrastructure only
B. Genetic makeup, environment, and lifestyle
C. Physician availability only
D. Health insurance status alone
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health is influenced by multiple factors including genetics,
environment, and lifestyle. The other options are too narrow
and incomplete.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
, Question 4
The patient is described as a “consumer of health care.” What
does this imply?
A. Patients passively receive care
B. Patients actively participate in decision-making
C. Patients rely solely on nurses for decisions
D. Patients avoid involvement in treatment planning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Modern healthcare emphasizes patient autonomy and active
participation. Options A, C, and D contradict this concept.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition
Chapter 1 – Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which action by a nurse best promotes patient safety?
A. Ignoring minor errors
B. Reporting and analyzing near-miss events
C. Delegating all tasks
D. Avoiding documentation
Correct Answer: B
