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
Question 1
A nurse explains the role of professional nursing to a group of
newly admitted patients. Which statement best describes
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out medical
prescriptions
B. Nursing is a discipline that promotes health, prevents illness,
and cares for patients during illness
C. Nursing care is limited to physical assessment and
medication administration
,D. Nursing practice is directed solely toward treatment of
disease
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice encompasses health promotion,
illness prevention, restoration of health, and care of patients
throughout illness and recovery. Nursing involves holistic care
that addresses physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional
needs. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because nursing
extends beyond implementing medical orders or focusing only
on disease treatment.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
different from the nurse’s own. Which action demonstrates
culturally competent nursing care?
A. Encouraging the patient to adopt the hospital’s health beliefs
B. Avoiding discussions about cultural practices
C. Assessing the patient’s cultural preferences and
incorporating them into care when possible
,D. Treating all patients identically regardless of cultural
background
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Culturally competent nursing care involves assessing and
respecting the patient’s beliefs, values, and cultural practices
and integrating them into care whenever possible. Option A
disregards patient autonomy, Option B limits patient-centered
care, and Option D ignores important cultural influences on
health and healing.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is participating in evidence-based practice (EBP).
Which activity best reflects EBP?
A. Using interventions solely because they are familiar
B. Applying patient care interventions supported by current
research and clinical expertise
C. Following unit routines without questioning outcomes
D. Implementing treatments based only on physician
preference
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
outcomes and safety. Options A, C, and D fail to incorporate
current research evidence and critical evaluation of care
practices.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first based on principles
of patient safety?
A. A patient requesting assistance to the bathroom
B. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath
C. A patient asking for discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting a blanket
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Sudden shortness of breath may indicate a life-threatening
respiratory problem requiring immediate assessment based on
airway and breathing priorities. The other situations are
important but nonurgent compared with potential respiratory
compromise.
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse explains the role of professional nursing to a group of
newly admitted patients. Which statement best describes
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out medical
prescriptions
B. Nursing is a discipline that promotes health, prevents illness,
and cares for patients during illness
C. Nursing care is limited to physical assessment and
medication administration
,D. Nursing practice is directed solely toward treatment of
disease
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice encompasses health promotion,
illness prevention, restoration of health, and care of patients
throughout illness and recovery. Nursing involves holistic care
that addresses physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional
needs. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because nursing
extends beyond implementing medical orders or focusing only
on disease treatment.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
different from the nurse’s own. Which action demonstrates
culturally competent nursing care?
A. Encouraging the patient to adopt the hospital’s health beliefs
B. Avoiding discussions about cultural practices
C. Assessing the patient’s cultural preferences and
incorporating them into care when possible
,D. Treating all patients identically regardless of cultural
background
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Culturally competent nursing care involves assessing and
respecting the patient’s beliefs, values, and cultural practices
and integrating them into care whenever possible. Option A
disregards patient autonomy, Option B limits patient-centered
care, and Option D ignores important cultural influences on
health and healing.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is participating in evidence-based practice (EBP).
Which activity best reflects EBP?
A. Using interventions solely because they are familiar
B. Applying patient care interventions supported by current
research and clinical expertise
C. Following unit routines without questioning outcomes
D. Implementing treatments based only on physician
preference
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
outcomes and safety. Options A, C, and D fail to incorporate
current research evidence and critical evaluation of care
practices.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1:
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first based on principles
of patient safety?
A. A patient requesting assistance to the bathroom
B. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath
C. A patient asking for discharge instructions
D. A patient requesting a blanket
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Sudden shortness of breath may indicate a life-threatening
respiratory problem requiring immediate assessment based on
airway and breathing priorities. The other situations are
important but nonurgent compared with potential respiratory
compromise.
