,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
,
, 1. A nurse realizes that a medication was administered to a patient
later than prescribed. What is the nurse’s best action?
A. Document the medication as administered at the scheduled time. B.
Report the delay according to facility policy and assess the patient for
potential effects. C. Wait until the end of the shift to determine
whether the patient develops symptoms. D. Ask another nurse to
document the medication administration.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Professional nursing practice requires accountability,
accurate documentation, and appropriate assessment. Reporting the
delay and evaluating the patient help protect patient safety. Falsifying
documentation or delaying necessary action compromises professional
standards.
2. Which statement best describes the fundamental focus of
professional nursing?
A. Completing prescribed medical treatments efficiently. B. Promoting
health, preventing illness, alleviating suffering, and supporting
recovery. C. Ensuring that all patients follow the same treatment plan.
D. Performing technical procedures independently of other health
professionals.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing addresses the health needs of individuals, families,
and communities through health promotion, illness prevention, care,
recovery support, and relief of suffering. Nursing also involves
collaboration, patient advocacy, and individualized care rather than
simply completing procedures.
Medical-Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
• Print ISBN: 9781975221133
TEST BANK
,
, 1. A nurse realizes that a medication was administered to a patient
later than prescribed. What is the nurse’s best action?
A. Document the medication as administered at the scheduled time. B.
Report the delay according to facility policy and assess the patient for
potential effects. C. Wait until the end of the shift to determine
whether the patient develops symptoms. D. Ask another nurse to
document the medication administration.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Professional nursing practice requires accountability,
accurate documentation, and appropriate assessment. Reporting the
delay and evaluating the patient help protect patient safety. Falsifying
documentation or delaying necessary action compromises professional
standards.
2. Which statement best describes the fundamental focus of
professional nursing?
A. Completing prescribed medical treatments efficiently. B. Promoting
health, preventing illness, alleviating suffering, and supporting
recovery. C. Ensuring that all patients follow the same treatment plan.
D. Performing technical procedures independently of other health
professionals.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing addresses the health needs of individuals, families,
and communities through health promotion, illness prevention, care,
recovery support, and relief of suffering. Nursing also involves
collaboration, patient advocacy, and individualized care rather than
simply completing procedures.
