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 that nursing care should be based on the best
available research evidence combined with clinical expertise.
Which concept is the nurse describing?
A. Quality improvement
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Patient-centered care
D. Clinical pathways
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions, improving outcomes and quality of care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which statement best describes the role of the patient as a
consumer of health care?
A. Passive recipient of medical treatment
B. Active participant in decision-making
C. Solely responsible for health outcomes
D. Dependent on providers for all decisions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Modern healthcare emphasizes patient autonomy,
where individuals actively participate in decisions regarding
their care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
,A nurse prioritizes care based on the most urgent patient needs.
Which principle is being applied?
A. Evidence-based practice
B. Clinical judgment
C. Patient advocacy
D. Ethical reasoning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clinical judgment involves prioritizing and making
decisions based on assessment data and patient needs,
especially in urgent situations.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which factor is a major influence on health care delivery
systems?
A. Patient literacy only
B. Economic constraints
C. Nurse staffing preferences
D. Hospital size
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Economic factors significantly impact access, quality,
and structure of healthcare delivery systems.
, Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A nurse ensures that a patient’s cultural beliefs are respected
during care. This reflects which concept?
A. Quality assurance
B. Cultural competence
C. Clinical effectiveness
D. Risk management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cultural competence involves understanding and
respecting patients’ diverse values, beliefs, and practices.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 6
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following strict institutional protocols
B. Encouraging patient involvement in care decisions
C. Prioritizing physician preferences
D. Limiting patient education
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 that nursing care should be based on the best
available research evidence combined with clinical expertise.
Which concept is the nurse describing?
A. Quality improvement
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Patient-centered care
D. Clinical pathways
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions, improving outcomes and quality of care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which statement best describes the role of the patient as a
consumer of health care?
A. Passive recipient of medical treatment
B. Active participant in decision-making
C. Solely responsible for health outcomes
D. Dependent on providers for all decisions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Modern healthcare emphasizes patient autonomy,
where individuals actively participate in decisions regarding
their care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
,A nurse prioritizes care based on the most urgent patient needs.
Which principle is being applied?
A. Evidence-based practice
B. Clinical judgment
C. Patient advocacy
D. Ethical reasoning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clinical judgment involves prioritizing and making
decisions based on assessment data and patient needs,
especially in urgent situations.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which factor is a major influence on health care delivery
systems?
A. Patient literacy only
B. Economic constraints
C. Nurse staffing preferences
D. Hospital size
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Economic factors significantly impact access, quality,
and structure of healthcare delivery systems.
, Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A nurse ensures that a patient’s cultural beliefs are respected
during care. This reflects which concept?
A. Quality assurance
B. Cultural competence
C. Clinical effectiveness
D. Risk management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cultural competence involves understanding and
respecting patients’ diverse values, beliefs, and practices.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 6
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Following strict institutional protocols
B. Encouraging patient involvement in care decisions
C. Prioritizing physician preferences
D. Limiting patient education
