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
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse demonstrates accountability by which action during
medication administration?
A. Delegating medication administration to unlicensed assistive
personnel
B. Documenting the medication before administering it
C. Verifying the patient’s identity using approved identifiers
before administration
D. Asking a family member to confirm the prescribed
medication
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Accountability in professional nursing practice includes
following established safety standards and ensuring accurate
patient identification before medication administration.
Verifying identity using approved identifiers reduces the risk of
medication errors and promotes patient safety. Delegating
medication administration inappropriately, documenting
before administration, and relying on family confirmation are
unsafe practices.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who states, “I read online that I
do not need this medication anymore.” Which nursing response
best supports patient-centered care?
A. “You should continue taking the medication because the
provider prescribed it.”
B. “Tell me what you learned online about the medication.”
C. “Online information is usually unreliable.”
D. “You should discuss that concern at your next appointment.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care involves respecting patient preferences,
encouraging communication, and assessing the patient’s
understanding before providing education. Exploring the
patient’s concerns promotes collaboration and therapeutic
communication. The other responses dismiss the patient’s
concerns or delay needed education.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
, Question 3
Which action by the nurse best reflects evidence-based nursing
practice?
A. Following a procedure because it has always been performed
that way
B. Using current research findings to guide nursing
interventions
C. Relying solely on personal clinical experience
D. Implementing interventions requested by coworkers without
review
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Following outdated routines or relying solely on
experience does not ensure optimal patient care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 4
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
Table of Contents – Units Covered
1. Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
2. Unit 2: Concepts and Principles of Patient Management
3. Unit 3: Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
4. Unit 4: Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
5. Unit 5: Cardiovascular and Circulatory Function
6. Unit 6: Hematologic Function
7. Unit 7: Immunologic Function
8. Unit 8: Musculoskeletal Function
9. Unit 9: Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
10. Unit 10: Metabolic and Endocrine Function
11. Unit 11: Kidney and Urinary Tract Function
12. Unit 12: Reproductive Function
13. Unit 13: Integumentary Function
14. Unit 14: Sensory Function
, 15. Unit 15: Neurologic Function
16. Unit 16: Acute Community-Based Challenges
Question 1
A nurse demonstrates accountability by which action during
medication administration?
A. Delegating medication administration to unlicensed assistive
personnel
B. Documenting the medication before administering it
C. Verifying the patient’s identity using approved identifiers
before administration
D. Asking a family member to confirm the prescribed
medication
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Accountability in professional nursing practice includes
following established safety standards and ensuring accurate
patient identification before medication administration.
Verifying identity using approved identifiers reduces the risk of
medication errors and promotes patient safety. Delegating
medication administration inappropriately, documenting
before administration, and relying on family confirmation are
unsafe practices.
,Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a patient who states, “I read online that I
do not need this medication anymore.” Which nursing response
best supports patient-centered care?
A. “You should continue taking the medication because the
provider prescribed it.”
B. “Tell me what you learned online about the medication.”
C. “Online information is usually unreliable.”
D. “You should discuss that concern at your next appointment.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care involves respecting patient preferences,
encouraging communication, and assessing the patient’s
understanding before providing education. Exploring the
patient’s concerns promotes collaboration and therapeutic
communication. The other responses dismiss the patient’s
concerns or delay needed education.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
, Question 3
Which action by the nurse best reflects evidence-based nursing
practice?
A. Following a procedure because it has always been performed
that way
B. Using current research findings to guide nursing
interventions
C. Relying solely on personal clinical experience
D. Implementing interventions requested by coworkers without
review
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current best evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences to improve
outcomes. Following outdated routines or relying solely on
experience does not ensure optimal patient care.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice
Question 4
