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 is explaining the concept of professional nursing
practice to a group of newly admitted nursing students. Which
statement best reflects professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is a discipline that integrates caring, clinical
judgment, and evidence-based practice.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care provided in acute care
,settings.
D. Nursing responsibilities are delegated entirely by physicians.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates caring, critical thinking,
clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and evidence-based care to
promote health and improve patient outcomes. Nursing is an
autonomous profession that collaborates with other disciplines.
Options A, C, and D inaccurately limit the scope and autonomy
of nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who requests detailed
information before consenting to a procedure. Which nursing
action best supports patient-centered care?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow the provider’s
recommendation without questions
B. Providing clear information and supporting the patient’s
participation in decision-making
C. Asking the family to make decisions for the patient
D. Limiting discussion to prevent patient anxiety
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, informed decision-making, and active participation
in care planning. Options A, C, and D undermine patient
autonomy and informed consent.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice when planning
patient care. Which action demonstrates this principle?
A. Using interventions solely because they were traditionally
performed
B. Following only the preferences of the health care provider
C. Integrating current evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
preferences
D. Using interventions based on unit routines
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve care outcomes.
Traditional practices and routines alone are insufficient without
supporting evidence.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse is identifying factors that influence a patient’s health
status. Which factor is considered a social determinant of
health?
A. Blood type
B. Employment status
C. Genetic mutation
D. Cardiac rhythm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include economic stability,
education, employment, social support, and access to health
care. Employment status can significantly influence health
outcomes and access to resources. The other options are
physiologic or biologic factors.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the concept of professional nursing
practice to a group of newly admitted nursing students. Which
statement best reflects professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is a discipline that integrates caring, clinical
judgment, and evidence-based practice.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care provided in acute care
,settings.
D. Nursing responsibilities are delegated entirely by physicians.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice integrates caring, critical thinking,
clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and evidence-based care to
promote health and improve patient outcomes. Nursing is an
autonomous profession that collaborates with other disciplines.
Options A, C, and D inaccurately limit the scope and autonomy
of nursing practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who requests detailed
information before consenting to a procedure. Which nursing
action best supports patient-centered care?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow the provider’s
recommendation without questions
B. Providing clear information and supporting the patient’s
participation in decision-making
C. Asking the family to make decisions for the patient
D. Limiting discussion to prevent patient anxiety
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, informed decision-making, and active participation
in care planning. Options A, C, and D undermine patient
autonomy and informed consent.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice when planning
patient care. Which action demonstrates this principle?
A. Using interventions solely because they were traditionally
performed
B. Following only the preferences of the health care provider
C. Integrating current evidence, clinical expertise, and patient
preferences
D. Using interventions based on unit routines
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve care outcomes.
Traditional practices and routines alone are insufficient without
supporting evidence.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse is identifying factors that influence a patient’s health
status. Which factor is considered a social determinant of
health?
A. Blood type
B. Employment status
C. Genetic mutation
D. Cardiac rhythm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Social determinants of health include economic stability,
education, employment, social support, and access to health
care. Employment status can significantly influence health
outcomes and access to resources. The other options are
physiologic or biologic factors.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
