Medical-Surgical Nursing
11th Edition
• Author(s)Donna D. Ignatavicius;
Cherie R. Rebar; Nicole M.
Heimgartner
• Print ISBN: 9780323878265
TEST BANK
Question 1
,A newly licensed nurse asks the nurse manager about the
primary focus of medical-surgical nursing practice. Which
response by the nurse manager is most appropriate?
A. Providing care only for hospitalized patients with acute
illnesses
B. Delivering comprehensive care to adults with actual or
potential health problems
C. Managing only chronic diseases in community settings
D. Focusing primarily on physician-directed treatments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Medical-surgical nursing focuses on comprehensive care of
adults experiencing actual or potential health problems across
various settings. This includes health promotion, illness
prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive care.
Options A and C are too limited in scope. Option D does not
reflect the independent and collaborative roles of the nurse.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 2
NGN Case Scenario
,A nurse is reviewing professional responsibilities associated
with membership in a nursing organization.
Which statement demonstrates an appropriate understanding
of the purpose of professional organizations?
A. They establish hospital-specific policies for employees.
B. They promote professional development and advancement
of nursing practice.
C. They replace state boards of nursing.
D. They determine individual patient treatment plans.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional organizations support nursing through education,
advocacy, leadership development, standards of practice, and
professional growth. Hospital policies are established by
healthcare organizations. State boards regulate licensure.
Patient treatment plans are developed through interdisciplinary
collaboration.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 3
, A nurse is assigned to coordinate care for multiple patients.
Which activity best reflects the nurse's role as a care
coordinator?
A. Performing surgery
B. Prescribing medications independently
C. Communicating with healthcare team members to ensure
continuity of care
D. Determining hospital reimbursement rates
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Coordination of care is a major nursing responsibility and
includes communication among healthcare providers to
promote safe, effective patient outcomes. Nurses do not
perform surgery, independently prescribe medications in most
settings, or determine reimbursement rates.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 4
NGN Clinical Judgment
A patient is being discharged after hospitalization. The nurse
recognizes a need for additional teaching regarding medication
management.
11th Edition
• Author(s)Donna D. Ignatavicius;
Cherie R. Rebar; Nicole M.
Heimgartner
• Print ISBN: 9780323878265
TEST BANK
Question 1
,A newly licensed nurse asks the nurse manager about the
primary focus of medical-surgical nursing practice. Which
response by the nurse manager is most appropriate?
A. Providing care only for hospitalized patients with acute
illnesses
B. Delivering comprehensive care to adults with actual or
potential health problems
C. Managing only chronic diseases in community settings
D. Focusing primarily on physician-directed treatments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Medical-surgical nursing focuses on comprehensive care of
adults experiencing actual or potential health problems across
various settings. This includes health promotion, illness
prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive care.
Options A and C are too limited in scope. Option D does not
reflect the independent and collaborative roles of the nurse.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 2
NGN Case Scenario
,A nurse is reviewing professional responsibilities associated
with membership in a nursing organization.
Which statement demonstrates an appropriate understanding
of the purpose of professional organizations?
A. They establish hospital-specific policies for employees.
B. They promote professional development and advancement
of nursing practice.
C. They replace state boards of nursing.
D. They determine individual patient treatment plans.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional organizations support nursing through education,
advocacy, leadership development, standards of practice, and
professional growth. Hospital policies are established by
healthcare organizations. State boards regulate licensure.
Patient treatment plans are developed through interdisciplinary
collaboration.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 3
, A nurse is assigned to coordinate care for multiple patients.
Which activity best reflects the nurse's role as a care
coordinator?
A. Performing surgery
B. Prescribing medications independently
C. Communicating with healthcare team members to ensure
continuity of care
D. Determining hospital reimbursement rates
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Coordination of care is a major nursing responsibility and
includes communication among healthcare providers to
promote safe, effective patient outcomes. Nurses do not
perform surgery, independently prescribe medications in most
settings, or determine reimbursement rates.
Source:
Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition — Unit I: Aspects of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Question 4
NGN Clinical Judgment
A patient is being discharged after hospitalization. The nurse
recognizes a need for additional teaching regarding medication
management.
