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
A nursing student is discussing the primary purpose of professional
nursing practice with a faculty member. Which statement by the
student best reflects the focus of nursing?
A. “Nursing is primarily concerned with identifying medical diagnoses.”
B. “Nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing illness, and
responding to human health needs.”
C. “Nursing is mainly responsible for carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.”
D. “Nursing primarily manages the administrative needs of health care
organizations.”
Correct Answer: B. “Nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing
illness, and responding to human health needs.”
Rationale: Nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention,
care of individuals experiencing health alterations, and support for
patients throughout the health-illness continuum. Although nurses
implement prescribed therapies and collaborate with other
professionals, nursing practice is broader than carrying out medical
treatments.
Question 2
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a hospitalized patient. Which
action best demonstrates the nurse's professional role?
A. Following the medical diagnosis as the sole basis for care
B. Completing only interventions specifically prescribed by the provider
C. Integrating assessment findings, patient preferences, and nursing
, knowledge when planning care
D. Allowing the patient's family to determine all treatment priorities
Correct Answer: C. Integrating assessment findings, patient
preferences, and nursing knowledge when planning care
Rationale: Professional nursing practice requires nurses to use clinical
knowledge, assessment findings, and patient-centered information to
plan individualized care. Nursing judgment is an essential component of
professional practice and is not limited to implementing provider
prescriptions.
Question 3
A patient asks a nurse, “Why do you keep asking me what I think about
my treatment?” Which response is most appropriate?
A. “Your opinions help the health care team make decisions that reflect
your needs and preferences.”
B. “Your preferences are considered only when they do not conflict
with the treatment plan.”
C. “Your family usually makes these decisions, but I need your
information first.”
D. “The health care team already knows what is best, but your input is
required.”
Correct Answer: A. “Your opinions help the health care team make
decisions that reflect your needs and preferences.”
Rationale: The patient is a consumer and active participant in health
care. Patient-centered care recognizes the importance of the patient's
values, preferences, needs, and participation in decisions affecting care.
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
A nursing student is discussing the primary purpose of professional
nursing practice with a faculty member. Which statement by the
student best reflects the focus of nursing?
A. “Nursing is primarily concerned with identifying medical diagnoses.”
B. “Nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing illness, and
responding to human health needs.”
C. “Nursing is mainly responsible for carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.”
D. “Nursing primarily manages the administrative needs of health care
organizations.”
Correct Answer: B. “Nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing
illness, and responding to human health needs.”
Rationale: Nursing encompasses health promotion, illness prevention,
care of individuals experiencing health alterations, and support for
patients throughout the health-illness continuum. Although nurses
implement prescribed therapies and collaborate with other
professionals, nursing practice is broader than carrying out medical
treatments.
Question 2
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a hospitalized patient. Which
action best demonstrates the nurse's professional role?
A. Following the medical diagnosis as the sole basis for care
B. Completing only interventions specifically prescribed by the provider
C. Integrating assessment findings, patient preferences, and nursing
, knowledge when planning care
D. Allowing the patient's family to determine all treatment priorities
Correct Answer: C. Integrating assessment findings, patient
preferences, and nursing knowledge when planning care
Rationale: Professional nursing practice requires nurses to use clinical
knowledge, assessment findings, and patient-centered information to
plan individualized care. Nursing judgment is an essential component of
professional practice and is not limited to implementing provider
prescriptions.
Question 3
A patient asks a nurse, “Why do you keep asking me what I think about
my treatment?” Which response is most appropriate?
A. “Your opinions help the health care team make decisions that reflect
your needs and preferences.”
B. “Your preferences are considered only when they do not conflict
with the treatment plan.”
C. “Your family usually makes these decisions, but I need your
information first.”
D. “The health care team already knows what is best, but your input is
required.”
Correct Answer: A. “Your opinions help the health care team make
decisions that reflect your needs and preferences.”
Rationale: The patient is a consumer and active participant in health
care. Patient-centered care recognizes the importance of the patient's
values, preferences, needs, and participation in decisions affecting care.
