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 new students. Which statement best describes nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on administering prescribed
medications
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to caring for hospitalized patients
D. Nursing focuses only on disease prevention
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 care
of individuals, families, and communities. Medication
administration is only one component of nursing care. Nursing
is not limited to hospitalized patients or disease prevention
alone.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which action best demonstrates patient-centered care by the
nurse?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow the nurse’s preferences for
treatment
B. Making decisions for the patient to reduce anxiety
C. Including the patient in planning and decision-making
regarding care
D. Limiting information to avoid overwhelming the patient
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and participation in care decisions.
,Patients should be active participants in planning care. Making
decisions without patient involvement and withholding
information are inconsistent with patient-centered nursing
practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse uses current research findings to select interventions
for preventing pressure injuries. Which principle is the nurse
applying?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Ethical decision-making
D. Care coordination
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide nursing
care. Using research findings to select interventions reflects
evidence-based practice. Delegation and care coordination
involve different nursing responsibilities.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
A. A patient reporting new-onset chest pain and shortness of
breath
B. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient waiting for scheduled medication administration
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Priority nursing care focuses on life-threatening conditions first.
Chest pain and shortness of breath may indicate impaired
oxygenation or cardiac compromise and require immediate
assessment. The other situations are important but not
immediately life-threatening.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse identifies a medication error before the medication
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 new students. Which statement best describes nursing?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on administering prescribed
medications
B. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses
to health problems
C. Nursing is limited to caring for hospitalized patients
D. Nursing focuses only on disease prevention
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 care
of individuals, families, and communities. Medication
administration is only one component of nursing care. Nursing
is not limited to hospitalized patients or disease prevention
alone.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which action best demonstrates patient-centered care by the
nurse?
A. Encouraging the patient to follow the nurse’s preferences for
treatment
B. Making decisions for the patient to reduce anxiety
C. Including the patient in planning and decision-making
regarding care
D. Limiting information to avoid overwhelming the patient
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and participation in care decisions.
,Patients should be active participants in planning care. Making
decisions without patient involvement and withholding
information are inconsistent with patient-centered nursing
practice.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse uses current research findings to select interventions
for preventing pressure injuries. Which principle is the nurse
applying?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Ethical decision-making
D. Care coordination
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best current evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide nursing
care. Using research findings to select interventions reflects
evidence-based practice. Delegation and care coordination
involve different nursing responsibilities.
, Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
A. A patient reporting new-onset chest pain and shortness of
breath
B. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient waiting for scheduled medication administration
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Priority nursing care focuses on life-threatening conditions first.
Chest pain and shortness of breath may indicate impaired
oxygenation or cardiac compromise and require immediate
assessment. The other situations are important but not
immediately life-threatening.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1, Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse identifies a medication error before the medication
