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 describes professional nursing practice?
A. Task-oriented care based on physician orders
B. Independent and collaborative care focused on patient
outcomes
C. Care limited to hospital settings
D. Delegation of all patient care activities
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Professional nursing practice involves both
independent and collaborative roles focused on improving
patient outcomes using clinical judgment and evidence-based
care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates evidence-based practice (EBP) by:
A. Following hospital routines without questioning
B. Using clinical experience only
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician instructions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EBP combines research evidence, clinical expertise,
and patient values to guide safe and effective care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which factor is a primary determinant of health?
,A. Hospital size
B. Patient’s socioeconomic status
C. Nurse staffing ratios
D. Medical equipment availability
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Social determinants such as income, education, and
environment significantly influence health outcomes.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
The patient is considered a “consumer” of health care when
they:
A. Passively receive care
B. Actively participate in health decisions
C. Avoid asking questions
D. Follow instructions without input
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Modern health care emphasizes patient autonomy,
where individuals actively participate in decisions about their
care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 5
Which action best promotes patient safety?
A. Completing tasks quickly
B. Following standardized safety protocols
C. Avoiding communication with team members
D. Delegating all responsibilities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adherence to safety protocols reduces errors and
improves patient outcomes.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 6
A nurse identifies a medication error before administration.
What is the priority action?
A. Ignore the error
B. Report and follow institutional policy
C. Administer medication anyway
D. Document without reporting
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting errors promotes transparency, improves
systems, and enhances patient safety.
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 describes professional nursing practice?
A. Task-oriented care based on physician orders
B. Independent and collaborative care focused on patient
outcomes
C. Care limited to hospital settings
D. Delegation of all patient care activities
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Professional nursing practice involves both
independent and collaborative roles focused on improving
patient outcomes using clinical judgment and evidence-based
care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates evidence-based practice (EBP) by:
A. Following hospital routines without questioning
B. Using clinical experience only
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician instructions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EBP combines research evidence, clinical expertise,
and patient values to guide safe and effective care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which factor is a primary determinant of health?
,A. Hospital size
B. Patient’s socioeconomic status
C. Nurse staffing ratios
D. Medical equipment availability
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Social determinants such as income, education, and
environment significantly influence health outcomes.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
The patient is considered a “consumer” of health care when
they:
A. Passively receive care
B. Actively participate in health decisions
C. Avoid asking questions
D. Follow instructions without input
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Modern health care emphasizes patient autonomy,
where individuals actively participate in decisions about their
care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 5
Which action best promotes patient safety?
A. Completing tasks quickly
B. Following standardized safety protocols
C. Avoiding communication with team members
D. Delegating all responsibilities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adherence to safety protocols reduces errors and
improves patient outcomes.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 6
A nurse identifies a medication error before administration.
What is the priority action?
A. Ignore the error
B. Report and follow institutional policy
C. Administer medication anyway
D. Document without reporting
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting errors promotes transparency, improves
systems, and enhances patient safety.
