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 role of professional nursing to a group
of new students. Which statement best describes professional
nursing?
,A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care in acute care hospitals.
D. Nursing is mainly concerned with rehabilitation after illness.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of
human responses to actual or potential health problems.
Nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention, and
care of individuals across all settings. Options A, C, and D are
too limited and do not reflect the full scope 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
Which action by the nurse demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Developing the care plan without patient input
B. Prioritizing hospital routines over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decisions regarding treatment
,options
D. Limiting patient questions to reduce anxiety
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient values,
preferences, and involvement in decision-making. Options A, B,
and D reduce patient participation and do not support
individualized care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1 Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting assistance with ambulation
B. A patient reporting new-onset chest pain and shortness of
breath
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting pain medication for chronic arthritis
pain
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Chest pain and shortness of breath may indicate a life-
threatening cardiovascular or respiratory emergency requiring
immediate assessment. The other situations are important but
not the highest priority according to ABCs and patient safety
principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1 Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which nursing action best reflects evidence-based practice?
A. Performing interventions based solely on physician
preference
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Following routines without evaluating patient outcomes
D. Implementing care based only on past nursing experience
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Options A, C, and D fail to incorporate current
evidence and critical evaluation.
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 role of professional nursing to a group
of new students. Which statement best describes professional
nursing?
,A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care in acute care hospitals.
D. Nursing is mainly concerned with rehabilitation after illness.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of
human responses to actual or potential health problems.
Nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention, and
care of individuals across all settings. Options A, C, and D are
too limited and do not reflect the full scope 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
Which action by the nurse demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Developing the care plan without patient input
B. Prioritizing hospital routines over patient preferences
C. Involving the patient in decisions regarding treatment
,options
D. Limiting patient questions to reduce anxiety
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient values,
preferences, and involvement in decision-making. Options A, B,
and D reduce patient participation and do not support
individualized care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1 Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting assistance with ambulation
B. A patient reporting new-onset chest pain and shortness of
breath
C. A patient awaiting discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting pain medication for chronic arthritis
pain
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Chest pain and shortness of breath may indicate a life-
threatening cardiovascular or respiratory emergency requiring
immediate assessment. The other situations are important but
not the highest priority according to ABCs and patient safety
principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1 Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which nursing action best reflects evidence-based practice?
A. Performing interventions based solely on physician
preference
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Following routines without evaluating patient outcomes
D. Implementing care based only on past nursing experience
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Options A, C, and D fail to incorporate current
evidence and critical evaluation.
