Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of
Medical-Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
• Print ISBN: 9781975221133
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
Question: A nurse is caring for a patient who asks, “What is the main
purpose of nursing care?” Which response best reflects the broad role
of professional nursing?
A. Carrying out medical treatments prescribed by providers
B. Promoting health, preventing illness, and supporting recovery and
well-being
C. Focusing primarily on managing physical symptoms
D. Performing technical procedures safely and efficiently
Correct Answer: B. Promoting health, preventing illness, and
supporting recovery and well-being
Rationale: Nursing encompasses health promotion, disease prevention,
restoration of health, management of illness, alleviation of suffering,
and support of patients throughout the health continuum. Although
technical skills and treatment implementation are important,
professional nursing extends beyond performing procedures or carrying
out prescriptions.
Question 2
Question: Which patient statement best demonstrates the concept of
the patient as a consumer of health care?
A. “I expect my nurse to make every health decision for me.”
B. “I should understand my treatment options before making
decisions.”
C. “Only the health care provider needs to understand my diagnosis.”
D. “The hospital determines what care I receive regardless of my
preferences.”
, Correct Answer: B. “I should understand my treatment options before
making decisions.”
Rationale: Patients are active participants and consumers of health
care. Access to understandable information supports informed
participation, self-determination, and shared decision-making.
Question 3
Question: Which statement best describes health?
A. The absence of all disease
B. A condition determined only by physical functioning
C. A dynamic state influenced by multiple dimensions of well-being
D. A permanent condition that remains stable throughout life
Correct Answer: C. A dynamic state influenced by multiple dimensions
of well-being
Rationale: Health is dynamic and can change over time. It involves
more than the presence or absence of disease and may be influenced
by physical, psychological, social, environmental, and other factors.
Question 4
Question: Which action by a nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
nursing practice?
A. Providing the same teaching plan to every patient
B. Selecting interventions without asking about patient preferences
C. Including the patient's values and preferences when planning care
D. Focusing on the diagnosis rather than the individual
Medical-Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
• Print ISBN: 9781975221133
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
Question: A nurse is caring for a patient who asks, “What is the main
purpose of nursing care?” Which response best reflects the broad role
of professional nursing?
A. Carrying out medical treatments prescribed by providers
B. Promoting health, preventing illness, and supporting recovery and
well-being
C. Focusing primarily on managing physical symptoms
D. Performing technical procedures safely and efficiently
Correct Answer: B. Promoting health, preventing illness, and
supporting recovery and well-being
Rationale: Nursing encompasses health promotion, disease prevention,
restoration of health, management of illness, alleviation of suffering,
and support of patients throughout the health continuum. Although
technical skills and treatment implementation are important,
professional nursing extends beyond performing procedures or carrying
out prescriptions.
Question 2
Question: Which patient statement best demonstrates the concept of
the patient as a consumer of health care?
A. “I expect my nurse to make every health decision for me.”
B. “I should understand my treatment options before making
decisions.”
C. “Only the health care provider needs to understand my diagnosis.”
D. “The hospital determines what care I receive regardless of my
preferences.”
, Correct Answer: B. “I should understand my treatment options before
making decisions.”
Rationale: Patients are active participants and consumers of health
care. Access to understandable information supports informed
participation, self-determination, and shared decision-making.
Question 3
Question: Which statement best describes health?
A. The absence of all disease
B. A condition determined only by physical functioning
C. A dynamic state influenced by multiple dimensions of well-being
D. A permanent condition that remains stable throughout life
Correct Answer: C. A dynamic state influenced by multiple dimensions
of well-being
Rationale: Health is dynamic and can change over time. It involves
more than the presence or absence of disease and may be influenced
by physical, psychological, social, environmental, and other factors.
Question 4
Question: Which action by a nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
nursing practice?
A. Providing the same teaching plan to every patient
B. Selecting interventions without asking about patient preferences
C. Including the patient's values and preferences when planning care
D. Focusing on the diagnosis rather than the individual
