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 students. Which statement best describes
professional nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health and illness
C. Nursing is limited to caring for hospitalized patients
D. Nursing functions independently from health care teams
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of
human responses to actual or potential health problems.
Nursing includes health promotion, illness prevention, and
patient-centered care across settings. Option A is incorrect
because nursing extends beyond implementing medical orders.
Option C is incorrect because nursing occurs in multiple
settings. Option D is incorrect because collaboration is essential
in 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
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Completing tasks efficiently to maintain unit workflow
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in care decisions
C. Following standardized routines for every patient
D. Limiting family involvement to prevent interruptions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
,preferences, values, and active participation in decision-
making. Option A focuses on efficiency rather than
individualized care. Option C ignores patient individuality.
Option D may reduce support and collaboration.
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 identifies a medication error before administration and
immediately reports it according to agency policy. Which
principle is the nurse demonstrating?
A. Delegation
B. Accountability
C. Advocacy
D. Autonomy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves accepting responsibility for nursing
actions and ensuring patient safety. Reporting errors supports
ethical and professional practice. Delegation relates to
assigning tasks. Advocacy involves protecting patient rights.
Autonomy refers to independent decision-making.
, 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?
A. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene care
B. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient awaiting routine vital signs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Using priority frameworks such as ABCs, breathing difficulties
require immediate assessment because they may indicate life-
threatening respiratory compromise. The remaining options are
nonurgent compared with respiratory distress.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, 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 is explaining the role of professional nursing to a group
of newly admitted students. Which statement best describes
professional nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health and illness
C. Nursing is limited to caring for hospitalized patients
D. Nursing functions independently from health care teams
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing involves the diagnosis and treatment of
human responses to actual or potential health problems.
Nursing includes health promotion, illness prevention, and
patient-centered care across settings. Option A is incorrect
because nursing extends beyond implementing medical orders.
Option C is incorrect because nursing occurs in multiple
settings. Option D is incorrect because collaboration is essential
in 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
Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-centered
care?
A. Completing tasks efficiently to maintain unit workflow
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in care decisions
C. Following standardized routines for every patient
D. Limiting family involvement to prevent interruptions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
,preferences, values, and active participation in decision-
making. Option A focuses on efficiency rather than
individualized care. Option C ignores patient individuality.
Option D may reduce support and collaboration.
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 identifies a medication error before administration and
immediately reports it according to agency policy. Which
principle is the nurse demonstrating?
A. Delegation
B. Accountability
C. Advocacy
D. Autonomy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves accepting responsibility for nursing
actions and ensuring patient safety. Reporting errors supports
ethical and professional practice. Delegation relates to
assigning tasks. Advocacy involves protecting patient rights.
Autonomy refers to independent decision-making.
, 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?
A. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene care
B. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient awaiting routine vital signs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Using priority frameworks such as ABCs, breathing difficulties
require immediate assessment because they may indicate life-
threatening respiratory compromise. The remaining options are
nonurgent compared with respiratory distress.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
