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 nursing students. Which statement best
describes professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing is a discipline centered on promoting, maintaining,
and restoring health
C. Nursing care is limited to physical care needs of hospitalized
,patients
D. Nursing practice is dependent solely on physician direction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is a discipline focused on promoting,
maintaining, and restoring health while addressing holistic
patient needs. Nursing includes independent, collaborative, and
evidence-based care. Option A is incorrect because nursing
extends beyond implementing medical treatments. Option C is
incorrect because nursing addresses physical, psychosocial,
spiritual, and educational needs across settings. Option D is
incorrect because nurses practice with professional autonomy
within the nursing scope of practice.
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 caring for a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension
recognizes that patient-centered care requires which action?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow all recommendations
without discussion
B. Developing a care plan based only on institutional protocols
C. Including the patient’s preferences and values in care
,decisions
D. Limiting patient involvement to discharge teaching
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for the patient’s
preferences, values, and needs while involving the patient in
decision-making. Option A is incorrect because collaboration is
essential. Option B is incorrect because individualized care is
necessary. Option D is incorrect because patient involvement
occurs throughout care, not only during discharge.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice when caring for
patients. Which action best demonstrates this principle?
A. Following unit routines regardless of current evidence
B. Using clinical experience along with current research and
patient preferences
C. Implementing interventions based solely on physician
preference
D. Avoiding changes to traditional nursing care methods
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
outcomes. Option A is incorrect because care should reflect
current evidence. Option C is incorrect because evidence-based
nursing is interdisciplinary and patient-focused. Option D is
incorrect because practice should evolve with emerging
evidence.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse manager is emphasizing quality improvement
strategies on a medical-surgical unit. Which outcome best
reflects quality nursing care?
A. Increased length of hospital stay
B. Reduction in medication administration errors
C. Decreased patient participation in care planning
D. Increased use of restrictive interventions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Quality improvement focuses on improving patient outcomes
and reducing risks such as medication errors. Option A is
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 nursing students. Which statement best
describes professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing is a discipline centered on promoting, maintaining,
and restoring health
C. Nursing care is limited to physical care needs of hospitalized
,patients
D. Nursing practice is dependent solely on physician direction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is a discipline focused on promoting,
maintaining, and restoring health while addressing holistic
patient needs. Nursing includes independent, collaborative, and
evidence-based care. Option A is incorrect because nursing
extends beyond implementing medical treatments. Option C is
incorrect because nursing addresses physical, psychosocial,
spiritual, and educational needs across settings. Option D is
incorrect because nurses practice with professional autonomy
within the nursing scope of practice.
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 caring for a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension
recognizes that patient-centered care requires which action?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow all recommendations
without discussion
B. Developing a care plan based only on institutional protocols
C. Including the patient’s preferences and values in care
,decisions
D. Limiting patient involvement to discharge teaching
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for the patient’s
preferences, values, and needs while involving the patient in
decision-making. Option A is incorrect because collaboration is
essential. Option B is incorrect because individualized care is
necessary. Option D is incorrect because patient involvement
occurs throughout care, not only during discharge.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is applying evidence-based practice when caring for
patients. Which action best demonstrates this principle?
A. Following unit routines regardless of current evidence
B. Using clinical experience along with current research and
patient preferences
C. Implementing interventions based solely on physician
preference
D. Avoiding changes to traditional nursing care methods
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
outcomes. Option A is incorrect because care should reflect
current evidence. Option C is incorrect because evidence-based
nursing is interdisciplinary and patient-focused. Option D is
incorrect because practice should evolve with emerging
evidence.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A nurse manager is emphasizing quality improvement
strategies on a medical-surgical unit. Which outcome best
reflects quality nursing care?
A. Increased length of hospital stay
B. Reduction in medication administration errors
C. Decreased patient participation in care planning
D. Increased use of restrictive interventions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Quality improvement focuses on improving patient outcomes
and reducing risks such as medication errors. Option A is
