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 scope of professional nursing practice
to a newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to health problems.
C. Nursing practice is limited to direct bedside care in hospitals.
,D. Nursing responsibilities are determined only by physician
directives.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes the assessment,
diagnosis, and treatment of human responses to actual or
potential health problems. Nursing is an autonomous
profession that integrates clinical judgment, patient advocacy,
education, and evidence-based care. Options A, C, and D
inaccurately limit the scope and independence of nursing
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 is caring for several patients on a medical-surgical unit.
Which action best demonstrates patient advocacy?
A. Encouraging a patient to accept the prescribed treatment
without questions
B. Reporting unsafe staffing concerns that may affect patient
care
C. Completing tasks quickly to improve unit efficiency
D. Delegating all hygiene care to assistive personnel
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patient safety and promoting
quality care. Reporting unsafe staffing conditions supports
patient welfare and professional accountability. Option A
discourages patient autonomy, Option C prioritizes efficiency
over individualized care, and Option D does not specifically
reflect advocacy.
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 uses current research findings to update a patient care
plan for pressure injury prevention. Which concept is the nurse
applying?
A. Delegation
B. Quality assurance
C. Evidence-based practice
D. Case management
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
, outcomes. The nurse is using research findings to guide care
decisions. Delegation and case management are unrelated, and
quality assurance focuses more broadly on evaluating
standards of care.
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 patient asks the nurse to explain the role of informed consent
before surgery. Which response by the nurse is most
appropriate?
A. “The surgeon is responsible for explaining the procedure,
risks, and alternatives.”
B. “The nurse obtains consent by witnessing the patient’s
signature only.”
C. “Informed consent is needed only for high-risk surgeries.”
D. “The consent form protects the hospital from liability.”
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The provider performing the procedure is responsible for
explaining risks, benefits, alternatives, and expected outcomes.
The nurse verifies that consent is signed voluntarily and
witnesses the signature if appropriate. Informed consent is not
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 scope of professional nursing practice
to a newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human
responses to health problems.
C. Nursing practice is limited to direct bedside care in hospitals.
,D. Nursing responsibilities are determined only by physician
directives.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice includes the assessment,
diagnosis, and treatment of human responses to actual or
potential health problems. Nursing is an autonomous
profession that integrates clinical judgment, patient advocacy,
education, and evidence-based care. Options A, C, and D
inaccurately limit the scope and independence of nursing
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 is caring for several patients on a medical-surgical unit.
Which action best demonstrates patient advocacy?
A. Encouraging a patient to accept the prescribed treatment
without questions
B. Reporting unsafe staffing concerns that may affect patient
care
C. Completing tasks quickly to improve unit efficiency
D. Delegating all hygiene care to assistive personnel
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patient safety and promoting
quality care. Reporting unsafe staffing conditions supports
patient welfare and professional accountability. Option A
discourages patient autonomy, Option C prioritizes efficiency
over individualized care, and Option D does not specifically
reflect advocacy.
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 uses current research findings to update a patient care
plan for pressure injury prevention. Which concept is the nurse
applying?
A. Delegation
B. Quality assurance
C. Evidence-based practice
D. Case management
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve patient
, outcomes. The nurse is using research findings to guide care
decisions. Delegation and case management are unrelated, and
quality assurance focuses more broadly on evaluating
standards of care.
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 patient asks the nurse to explain the role of informed consent
before surgery. Which response by the nurse is most
appropriate?
A. “The surgeon is responsible for explaining the procedure,
risks, and alternatives.”
B. “The nurse obtains consent by witnessing the patient’s
signature only.”
C. “Informed consent is needed only for high-risk surgeries.”
D. “The consent form protects the hospital from liability.”
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The provider performing the procedure is responsible for
explaining risks, benefits, alternatives, and expected outcomes.
The nurse verifies that consent is signed voluntarily and
witnesses the signature if appropriate. Informed consent is not
