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
A nurse is reviewing the purpose of professional nursing with a
newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects the
focus of professional nursing practice?
A. The diagnosis and treatment of disease processes only
B. The promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health while
assisting patients in achieving optimal functioning
C. The performance of technical skills prescribed by physicians
D. The management of health care facilities and financial
resources
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Professional nursing focuses on promoting health,
preventing illness, restoring health, and assisting patients in
achieving the highest possible level of functioning. Options A, C,
and D describe limited aspects of health care but do not
represent the comprehensive focus of nursing.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions before leaving
the hospital
B. A patient with stable chronic pain requesting medication
renewal information
C. A postoperative patient reporting sudden shortness of
breath and chest discomfort
D. A patient asking questions about dietary modifications for
hypertension
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sudden shortness of breath and chest discomfort
may indicate a life-threatening complication requiring
immediate assessment. The other situations are important but
do not represent an immediate threat to life or physiological
stability.
,Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse uses current research findings to select interventions
that reduce catheter-associated urinary tract infections. This
action demonstrates which principle?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Quality assurance auditing
D. Case management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions. The nurse's use of research findings directly
reflects evidence-based practice.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A patient states, “Being healthy means I can continue working,
caring for my family, and enjoying daily activities.” Which
concept of health is reflected in this statement?
, A. Health is merely the absence of disease.
B. Health is determined solely by laboratory findings.
C. Health involves optimal functioning and well-being as
perceived by the individual.
D. Health is defined only by medical diagnoses.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Health is a dynamic state involving physical,
psychological, social, and spiritual well-being and is often
influenced by an individual's perception of function and quality
of life.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse participates in a multidisciplinary meeting to
coordinate discharge planning for a patient with multiple
chronic conditions. Which outcome is the primary goal of this
collaboration?
A. Increasing hospital revenue
B. Reducing communication among providers
C. Providing coordinated, patient-centered care across settings
D. Eliminating patient participation in decision-making
Correct Answer: C
Surgical Nursing
16th Edition
• Author(s)Janice L. Hinkle; Kerry H.
Cheever; Kristen J. Overbaugh; Carolyn E.
Bradley
TEST BANK
A nurse is reviewing the purpose of professional nursing with a
newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects the
focus of professional nursing practice?
A. The diagnosis and treatment of disease processes only
B. The promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health while
assisting patients in achieving optimal functioning
C. The performance of technical skills prescribed by physicians
D. The management of health care facilities and financial
resources
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Professional nursing focuses on promoting health,
preventing illness, restoring health, and assisting patients in
achieving the highest possible level of functioning. Options A, C,
and D describe limited aspects of health care but do not
represent the comprehensive focus of nursing.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting discharge instructions before leaving
the hospital
B. A patient with stable chronic pain requesting medication
renewal information
C. A postoperative patient reporting sudden shortness of
breath and chest discomfort
D. A patient asking questions about dietary modifications for
hypertension
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sudden shortness of breath and chest discomfort
may indicate a life-threatening complication requiring
immediate assessment. The other situations are important but
do not represent an immediate threat to life or physiological
stability.
,Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse uses current research findings to select interventions
that reduce catheter-associated urinary tract infections. This
action demonstrates which principle?
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Quality assurance auditing
D. Case management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best current
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions. The nurse's use of research findings directly
reflects evidence-based practice.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 4
A patient states, “Being healthy means I can continue working,
caring for my family, and enjoying daily activities.” Which
concept of health is reflected in this statement?
, A. Health is merely the absence of disease.
B. Health is determined solely by laboratory findings.
C. Health involves optimal functioning and well-being as
perceived by the individual.
D. Health is defined only by medical diagnoses.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Health is a dynamic state involving physical,
psychological, social, and spiritual well-being and is often
influenced by an individual's perception of function and quality
of life.
Source: Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing, 16th Edition – Chapter 1: Professional Nursing Practice
Question 5
A nurse participates in a multidisciplinary meeting to
coordinate discharge planning for a patient with multiple
chronic conditions. Which outcome is the primary goal of this
collaboration?
A. Increasing hospital revenue
B. Reducing communication among providers
C. Providing coordinated, patient-centered care across settings
D. Eliminating patient participation in decision-making
Correct Answer: C
