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 planning care for a patient who requests to
participate in decisions regarding treatment options. Which
nursing action best reflects professional nursing practice?
A. Selecting interventions without discussing alternatives
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in care decisions
C. Deferring all decisions to the health care provider
D. Limiting information to avoid overwhelming the patient
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes patient-centered care
and supports the patient's right to participate in decisions
affecting health care. Options A, C, and D limit patient
autonomy and participation.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse uses current research findings to determine the most
appropriate intervention for a patient. Which concept is
demonstrated?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Health promotion
D. Case management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences to guide care decisions. The
other options do not specifically describe use of research
findings.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient reporting new-onset shortness of breath
B. A patient requesting assistance with meals
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting pain medication for chronic pain rated
3/10
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes prioritization using
patient safety principles. New-onset shortness of breath may
indicate impaired oxygenation and requires immediate
assessment.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse participates in a unit quality-improvement project
, aimed at reducing medication errors. Which goal is most closely
associated with quality improvement?
A. Increasing provider autonomy
B. Improving patient outcomes and safety
C. Reducing patient involvement
D. Eliminating interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Quality improvement activities focus on improving processes
and enhancing patient outcomes and safety. The other options
do not support quality initiatives.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which statement by a patient demonstrates an understanding
of health as a dynamic process?
A. "Health only means absence of disease."
B. "Health changes according to physical and psychosocial
factors."
C. "Health depends entirely on genetics."
D. "Health remains constant throughout life."
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
A nurse is planning care for a patient who requests to
participate in decisions regarding treatment options. Which
nursing action best reflects professional nursing practice?
A. Selecting interventions without discussing alternatives
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in care decisions
C. Deferring all decisions to the health care provider
D. Limiting information to avoid overwhelming the patient
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale:
Professional nursing practice emphasizes patient-centered care
and supports the patient's right to participate in decisions
affecting health care. Options A, C, and D limit patient
autonomy and participation.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse uses current research findings to determine the most
appropriate intervention for a patient. Which concept is
demonstrated?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Health promotion
D. Case management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences to guide care decisions. The
other options do not specifically describe use of research
findings.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient reporting new-onset shortness of breath
B. A patient requesting assistance with meals
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting pain medication for chronic pain rated
3/10
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes prioritization using
patient safety principles. New-onset shortness of breath may
indicate impaired oxygenation and requires immediate
assessment.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse participates in a unit quality-improvement project
, aimed at reducing medication errors. Which goal is most closely
associated with quality improvement?
A. Increasing provider autonomy
B. Improving patient outcomes and safety
C. Reducing patient involvement
D. Eliminating interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Quality improvement activities focus on improving processes
and enhancing patient outcomes and safety. The other options
do not support quality initiatives.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which statement by a patient demonstrates an understanding
of health as a dynamic process?
A. "Health only means absence of disease."
B. "Health changes according to physical and psychosocial
factors."
C. "Health depends entirely on genetics."
D. "Health remains constant throughout life."
Correct Answer: B
