Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook
of Medical-Surgical Nursing 16th Edition
by Janice L. Hinkle , Kerry H. Cheever ,Kristen
Overbaugh ,Carolyn E. Bradley
ISBN No.978-1975221133
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Table of Contents
Unit Chapters Question Range
Unit 1 Principles of Nursing Practice (Ch 1-8) Questions 1-50
Unit 2 Concepts and Principles of Patient Management (Ch 9-13) Questions 51-100
Unit 3 Perioperative Concepts (Ch 14-16) Questions 101-135
Unit 4 Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function (Ch 17-21) Questions 136-200
Unit 5 Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function (Ch 22-28) Questions 201-280
Unit 6 Hematologic Function (Ch 29-31) Questions 281-330
Unit 7 Immunologic Function (Ch 32-35) Questions 331-380
Unit 8 Musculoskeletal Function (Ch 36-38) Questions 381-430
Unit 9 Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function (Ch 39-42) Questions 431-480
,Unit Chapters Question Range
Unit 10 Metabolic and Endocrine Function (Ch 43-47) Questions 481-530
Unit 11 Kidney and Urinary Tract Function (Ch 48-50) Questions 531-570
Unit 12 Reproductive Function (Ch 51-55) Questions 571-610
Unit 13 Integumentary Function (Ch 56-58) Questions 611-640
Unit 14 Sensory Function (Ch 59-60) Questions 641-655
Unit 15 Neurologic Function (Ch 61-66) Questions 656-700
Unit 16 Acute Community-Based Challenges (Ch 67-69) Questions 701-750
, UNIT 1: PRINCIPLES OF NURSING PRACTICE (Chapters 1-8)
1. A nurse is providing care to a patient who speaks limited English. Which
action best demonstrates culturally competent care?
A. Speaking loudly and slowly to ensure understanding
B. Using a professional medical interpreter for all communication
C. Asking a family member to translate medical information
D. Providing written materials in English only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a professional medical interpreter ensures accurate
communication and is required by law under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
Speaking loudly does not overcome language barriers (A). Family members may
not accurately translate medical terminology and may filter information (C).
Written materials should be provided in the patient's preferred language (D).
DIF: Moderate | KEY: Culturally competent care | MSC: Patient-centered care
| NOT: Understanding of interpreter services
2. The nurse is explaining the concept of evidence-based practice to a nursing
student. Which statement by the student indicates correct understanding?
A. "Evidence-based practice means following hospital policies without question."
B. "Evidence-based practice integrates the best research evidence with clinical
expertise and patient preferences."
C. "Evidence-based practice relies solely on randomized controlled trials."
D. "Evidence-based practice is only used in academic settings."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice (EBP) is the integration of best available
research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences. Following
policies without question does not reflect EBP (A). EBP uses multiple types of