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 is explaining the role of professional nursing to a group
of newly admitted patients. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing integrates caring, clinical judgment, and advocacy to
promote patient health.
C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based bedside care.
D. Nursing responsibilities are delegated entirely by physicians.
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of caring,
clinical reasoning, patient advocacy, health promotion, and
evidence-based care across diverse settings. Nursing is not
limited to task performance or physician delegation.
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 who refuses a scheduled
treatment after receiving education about risks and benefits.
Which nursing principle should guide the nurse’s response?
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Patient autonomy
D. Justice
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient autonomy supports the patient’s right to make
informed decisions regarding care, including refusal of
treatment. The nurse must respect the patient’s preferences
after ensuring adequate understanding.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates evidence-based
practice?
A. Following routines established by senior staff members
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Performing interventions based solely on patient preference
D. Applying treatments that reduce nursing workload
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve outcomes and
promote safe, effective care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse identifies that a patient received the wrong dietary
tray. What is the nurse’s priority action?
, A. Remove the tray and notify appropriate personnel
immediately
B. Wait for the physician to evaluate the patient
C. Document the issue at the end of the shift
D. Ask the patient to avoid eating unsafe foods independently
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Patient safety is the priority. The nurse should immediately
remove the incorrect tray and notify dietary services to prevent
harm. Prompt intervention reduces risk and supports quality
care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which patient statement indicates an understanding of health
promotion?
A. “Health means I never become ill.”
B. “Health promotion only applies to younger adults.”
C. “Healthy behaviors can reduce my risk for disease.”
D. “I only need health care when symptoms appear.”
Correct Answer: C
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Question 1
A nurse is explaining the role of professional nursing to a group
of newly admitted patients. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing integrates caring, clinical judgment, and advocacy to
promote patient health.
C. Nursing is limited to hospital-based bedside care.
D. Nursing responsibilities are delegated entirely by physicians.
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice involves the integration of caring,
clinical reasoning, patient advocacy, health promotion, and
evidence-based care across diverse settings. Nursing is not
limited to task performance or physician delegation.
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 who refuses a scheduled
treatment after receiving education about risks and benefits.
Which nursing principle should guide the nurse’s response?
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Patient autonomy
D. Justice
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient autonomy supports the patient’s right to make
informed decisions regarding care, including refusal of
treatment. The nurse must respect the patient’s preferences
after ensuring adequate understanding.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates evidence-based
practice?
A. Following routines established by senior staff members
B. Using interventions supported by current research and
clinical expertise
C. Performing interventions based solely on patient preference
D. Applying treatments that reduce nursing workload
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values to improve outcomes and
promote safe, effective care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse identifies that a patient received the wrong dietary
tray. What is the nurse’s priority action?
, A. Remove the tray and notify appropriate personnel
immediately
B. Wait for the physician to evaluate the patient
C. Document the issue at the end of the shift
D. Ask the patient to avoid eating unsafe foods independently
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Patient safety is the priority. The nurse should immediately
remove the incorrect tray and notify dietary services to prevent
harm. Prompt intervention reduces risk and supports quality
care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
Which patient statement indicates an understanding of health
promotion?
A. “Health means I never become ill.”
B. “Health promotion only applies to younger adults.”
C. “Healthy behaviors can reduce my risk for disease.”
D. “I only need health care when symptoms appear.”
Correct Answer: C
