Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the role of professional nursing to a newly
hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out physician-
prescribed treatments
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care in hospital settings
D. Nursing practice is independent of ethical and legal
standards
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment
of human responses to actual or potential health problems.
This reflects the scope and autonomy of nursing practice.
Option A is incorrect because nursing is not limited to carrying
out medical orders. Option C is incorrect because nursing
occurs across multiple settings. Option D is incorrect because
nursing is guided by ethical and legal standards.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for patients in a community clinic. Which
action demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Prioritizing interventions based on physician preference
B. Encouraging patients to participate in decisions about their
care
C. Limiting patient education to reduce confusion
D. Applying standardized care plans to all patients
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active participation in decision-
making. Option A reflects provider-centered care. Option C
limits patient autonomy and understanding. Option D ignores
individual patient differences.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is evaluating outcomes for a group of patients. Which
outcome best reflects quality health care?
A. Increased hospital admissions
B. Reduced patient satisfaction
C. Improved patient health outcomes
D. Increased length of hospital stay
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Quality health care is measured by improved patient outcomes,
safety, and satisfaction. Increased admissions and length of stay
may indicate poor quality care. Reduced satisfaction reflects
suboptimal care delivery.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions
B. A patient with new-onset shortness of breath
C. A patient waiting for routine medication
D. A patient asking for assistance with hygiene
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Using prioritization principles (ABCs), airway and breathing
issues take precedence. New-onset shortness of breath may
indicate a life-threatening condition. The other options are non-
urgent.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when planning
care. Which action demonstrates EBP?
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the role of professional nursing to a newly
hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out physician-
prescribed treatments
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care in hospital settings
D. Nursing practice is independent of ethical and legal
standards
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is defined as the diagnosis and treatment
of human responses to actual or potential health problems.
This reflects the scope and autonomy of nursing practice.
Option A is incorrect because nursing is not limited to carrying
out medical orders. Option C is incorrect because nursing
occurs across multiple settings. Option D is incorrect because
nursing is guided by ethical and legal standards.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
,Question 2
A nurse is caring for patients in a community clinic. Which
action demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Prioritizing interventions based on physician preference
B. Encouraging patients to participate in decisions about their
care
C. Limiting patient education to reduce confusion
D. Applying standardized care plans to all patients
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active participation in decision-
making. Option A reflects provider-centered care. Option C
limits patient autonomy and understanding. Option D ignores
individual patient differences.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is evaluating outcomes for a group of patients. Which
outcome best reflects quality health care?
A. Increased hospital admissions
B. Reduced patient satisfaction
C. Improved patient health outcomes
D. Increased length of hospital stay
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Quality health care is measured by improved patient outcomes,
safety, and satisfaction. Increased admissions and length of stay
may indicate poor quality care. Reduced satisfaction reflects
suboptimal care delivery.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions
B. A patient with new-onset shortness of breath
C. A patient waiting for routine medication
D. A patient asking for assistance with hygiene
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Using prioritization principles (ABCs), airway and breathing
issues take precedence. New-onset shortness of breath may
indicate a life-threatening condition. The other options are non-
urgent.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1 Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP) when planning
care. Which action demonstrates EBP?
