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 that professional nursing practice is
distinguished from other health care disciplines primarily by
which focus?
A. Diagnosing and prescribing treatment for disease
B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health through
patient-centered care
C. Performing surgical procedures independently
D. Managing only acute illnesses in hospitalized patients
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing
illness, restoring health, and assisting patients in achieving
optimal functioning through patient-centered care. Nurses
provide holistic care addressing physical, psychological, social,
and spiritual needs. Options A and C describe functions
primarily associated with advanced medical practice. Option D
is incorrect because nursing care occurs across all settings and
levels of health.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 2
A nurse caring for a patient recently diagnosed with
hypertension develops a teaching plan about lifestyle
modifications. Which nursing role is demonstrated?
A. Educator
B. Research participant
C. Case manager
D. Consultant
Correct Answer: A
,Rationale:
Providing information that enables patients to understand
health conditions and self-management strategies reflects the
educator role. Although nurses may function as researchers,
case managers, or consultants, the primary activity in this
scenario is patient education.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 3
Which statement by a nursing student best reflects patient-
centered care?
A. “Care decisions should be based primarily on institutional
policies.”
B. “The nurse should make decisions for patients to ensure
compliance.”
C. “Patient values and preferences should guide care planning
whenever possible.”
D. “The physician is solely responsible for determining the plan
of care.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care incorporates individual preferences,
values, needs, and goals into decision-making. Collaboration
, with patients improves engagement and outcomes. Options A,
B, and D fail to recognize the patient's active role in care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 4
Which action best demonstrates advocacy by the nurse?
A. Carrying out all provider orders without question
B. Reporting a patient’s concern regarding a proposed
treatment and facilitating discussion
C. Limiting patient involvement in decision-making
D. Delegating all patient education activities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patient rights, supporting
informed decision-making, and communicating patient
concerns to the health care team. The nurse serves as a liaison
to ensure patient preferences are considered. The other
options do not reflect advocacy.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
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 that professional nursing practice is
distinguished from other health care disciplines primarily by
which focus?
A. Diagnosing and prescribing treatment for disease
B. Promoting, maintaining, and restoring health through
patient-centered care
C. Performing surgical procedures independently
D. Managing only acute illnesses in hospitalized patients
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing focuses on promoting health, preventing
illness, restoring health, and assisting patients in achieving
optimal functioning through patient-centered care. Nurses
provide holistic care addressing physical, psychological, social,
and spiritual needs. Options A and C describe functions
primarily associated with advanced medical practice. Option D
is incorrect because nursing care occurs across all settings and
levels of health.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 2
A nurse caring for a patient recently diagnosed with
hypertension develops a teaching plan about lifestyle
modifications. Which nursing role is demonstrated?
A. Educator
B. Research participant
C. Case manager
D. Consultant
Correct Answer: A
,Rationale:
Providing information that enables patients to understand
health conditions and self-management strategies reflects the
educator role. Although nurses may function as researchers,
case managers, or consultants, the primary activity in this
scenario is patient education.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 3
Which statement by a nursing student best reflects patient-
centered care?
A. “Care decisions should be based primarily on institutional
policies.”
B. “The nurse should make decisions for patients to ensure
compliance.”
C. “Patient values and preferences should guide care planning
whenever possible.”
D. “The physician is solely responsible for determining the plan
of care.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care incorporates individual preferences,
values, needs, and goals into decision-making. Collaboration
, with patients improves engagement and outcomes. Options A,
B, and D fail to recognize the patient's active role in care.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
Question 4
Which action best demonstrates advocacy by the nurse?
A. Carrying out all provider orders without question
B. Reporting a patient’s concern regarding a proposed
treatment and facilitating discussion
C. Limiting patient involvement in decision-making
D. Delegating all patient education activities
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patient rights, supporting
informed decision-making, and communicating patient
concerns to the health care team. The nurse serves as a liaison
to ensure patient preferences are considered. The other
options do not reflect advocacy.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing
Practice
