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
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is applying the principles of professional nursing
practice. Which action best reflects adherence to the nursing
process?
A. Administering medications as prescribed without
reassessment
B. Collecting patient data, identifying problems, planning care,
implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes
C. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
D. Following physician orders without question
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered
framework consisting of assessment, diagnosis, planning,
implementation, and evaluation. It guides safe and effective
nursing care. Option A omits reassessment, C reflects
inappropriate delegation, and D disregards critical thinking and
professional accountability.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which patient scenario best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. The nurse follows standardized protocols without
modification
B. The nurse includes the patient in decision-making regarding
treatment options
C. The nurse prioritizes institutional policies over patient
preferences
D. The nurse limits communication to essential clinical
information
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and involvement in care decisions. Options
A, C, and D neglect individualized care and patient autonomy.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse identifies a potential medication error before
administration. Which quality and safety competency is
demonstrated?
, A. Evidence-based practice
B. Informatics
C. Safety
D. Teamwork and collaboration
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Recognizing and preventing errors reflects the safety
competency, which aims to minimize risk of harm. While
teamwork and EBP are important, this scenario specifically
highlights error prevention.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s health status?
A. Hospital staffing patterns
B. Social determinants such as income and education
C. Nurse-to-patient ratio
D. Availability of advanced technology
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health (e.g., socioeconomic status,
education, environment) have a significant impact on health
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is applying the principles of professional nursing
practice. Which action best reflects adherence to the nursing
process?
A. Administering medications as prescribed without
reassessment
B. Collecting patient data, identifying problems, planning care,
implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes
C. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
D. Following physician orders without question
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered
framework consisting of assessment, diagnosis, planning,
implementation, and evaluation. It guides safe and effective
nursing care. Option A omits reassessment, C reflects
inappropriate delegation, and D disregards critical thinking and
professional accountability.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
,Question 2
Which patient scenario best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. The nurse follows standardized protocols without
modification
B. The nurse includes the patient in decision-making regarding
treatment options
C. The nurse prioritizes institutional policies over patient
preferences
D. The nurse limits communication to essential clinical
information
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and involvement in care decisions. Options
A, C, and D neglect individualized care and patient autonomy.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse identifies a potential medication error before
administration. Which quality and safety competency is
demonstrated?
, A. Evidence-based practice
B. Informatics
C. Safety
D. Teamwork and collaboration
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Recognizing and preventing errors reflects the safety
competency, which aims to minimize risk of harm. While
teamwork and EBP are important, this scenario specifically
highlights error prevention.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which factor most directly influences a patient’s health status?
A. Hospital staffing patterns
B. Social determinants such as income and education
C. Nurse-to-patient ratio
D. Availability of advanced technology
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health (e.g., socioeconomic status,
education, environment) have a significant impact on health
