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:
Which statement best describes the primary purpose of professional
nursing practice?
A. Performing treatments prescribed by health care providers
B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health while responding to
patients' health needs
C. Managing the financial resources of health care organizations
D. Diagnosing all medical conditions before treatment begins
Correct Answer: B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health while
responding to patients' health needs
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, disease
prevention, restoration of health, prevention of complications,
alleviation of suffering, and support for patients and families across the
health continuum. Nursing practice extends beyond carrying out
prescribed treatments and includes assessment, clinical judgment,
education, advocacy, coordination of care, and evaluation of outcomes.
Question 2
Question:
A nurse is caring for a patient who asks questions about a treatment
plan. Which nursing action best demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Directing the patient to discuss all concerns with the health care
provider
B. Providing the same teaching plan used for other patients with the
diagnosis
, C. Exploring the patient's preferences, concerns, values, and
understanding before planning care
D. Focusing primarily on completing the prescribed interventions on
schedule
Correct Answer: C. Exploring the patient's preferences, concerns,
values, and understanding before planning care
Rationale:
Patient-centered nursing care recognizes the patient as an active
participant in health care decisions. Understanding the patient's values,
preferences, concerns, and level of health literacy allows the nurse to
individualize care rather than assuming that the same approach is
appropriate for every patient.
Question 3
Question:
Which patient is demonstrating a behavior most consistent with health
promotion?
A. A patient who waits until symptoms become severe before seeking
care
B. A patient who follows preventive screening recommendations
appropriate to personal risk
C. A patient who takes medication only when symptoms are present
D. A patient who avoids physical activity to prevent fatigue
Correct Answer: B. A patient who follows preventive screening
recommendations appropriate to personal risk
Rationale:
Health promotion includes behaviors that support well-being and
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:
Which statement best describes the primary purpose of professional
nursing practice?
A. Performing treatments prescribed by health care providers
B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health while responding to
patients' health needs
C. Managing the financial resources of health care organizations
D. Diagnosing all medical conditions before treatment begins
Correct Answer: B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health while
responding to patients' health needs
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, disease
prevention, restoration of health, prevention of complications,
alleviation of suffering, and support for patients and families across the
health continuum. Nursing practice extends beyond carrying out
prescribed treatments and includes assessment, clinical judgment,
education, advocacy, coordination of care, and evaluation of outcomes.
Question 2
Question:
A nurse is caring for a patient who asks questions about a treatment
plan. Which nursing action best demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Directing the patient to discuss all concerns with the health care
provider
B. Providing the same teaching plan used for other patients with the
diagnosis
, C. Exploring the patient's preferences, concerns, values, and
understanding before planning care
D. Focusing primarily on completing the prescribed interventions on
schedule
Correct Answer: C. Exploring the patient's preferences, concerns,
values, and understanding before planning care
Rationale:
Patient-centered nursing care recognizes the patient as an active
participant in health care decisions. Understanding the patient's values,
preferences, concerns, and level of health literacy allows the nurse to
individualize care rather than assuming that the same approach is
appropriate for every patient.
Question 3
Question:
Which patient is demonstrating a behavior most consistent with health
promotion?
A. A patient who waits until symptoms become severe before seeking
care
B. A patient who follows preventive screening recommendations
appropriate to personal risk
C. A patient who takes medication only when symptoms are present
D. A patient who avoids physical activity to prevent fatigue
Correct Answer: B. A patient who follows preventive screening
recommendations appropriate to personal risk
Rationale:
Health promotion includes behaviors that support well-being and
