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 concept of professional nursing to a
newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is a discipline that promotes health and cares for
,individuals, families, and communities.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care provided in hospitals.
D. Nursing responsibilities are restricted to physical care needs
only.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is a discipline focused on promoting
health, preventing illness, restoring health, and providing
holistic care to individuals, families, communities, and
populations. Nursing extends beyond task completion and
includes advocacy, education, clinical judgment, and
coordination of care. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because
nursing practice is broader than physician-directed treatments,
hospital care, or physical care alone.
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. Encouraging the patient to follow the treatment plan
without discussion
B. Developing goals of care based solely on institutional policy
,C. Involving the patient in decisions regarding the plan of care
D. Prioritizing efficiency over patient preferences
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
preferences, values, and needs while actively involving patients
in decision-making. This approach improves satisfaction and
outcomes. Options A, B, and D limit patient participation and
do not reflect patient-centered principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene care
B. A postoperative patient reporting sudden shortness of
breath
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient waiting for scheduled medication administration
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Sudden shortness of breath in a postoperative patient may
indicate a life-threatening complication such as pulmonary
embolism or respiratory compromise and requires immediate
assessment using ABC prioritization. The other situations are
important but not immediately life-threatening.
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 factor is recognized as a social determinant that can
influence health outcomes?
A. Blood type
B. Geographic access to health care services
C. Eye color
D. Cardiac rhythm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Access to health care services is a social determinant of health
that significantly affects health outcomes and health equity.
Factors such as economic stability, education, environment,
and access to care influence overall health. Blood type, eye
color, and cardiac rhythm are not social determinants.
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 concept of professional nursing to a
newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement best reflects
professional nursing practice?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out prescribed medical
treatments.
B. Nursing is a discipline that promotes health and cares for
,individuals, families, and communities.
C. Nursing is limited to bedside care provided in hospitals.
D. Nursing responsibilities are restricted to physical care needs
only.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is a discipline focused on promoting
health, preventing illness, restoring health, and providing
holistic care to individuals, families, communities, and
populations. Nursing extends beyond task completion and
includes advocacy, education, clinical judgment, and
coordination of care. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because
nursing practice is broader than physician-directed treatments,
hospital care, or physical care alone.
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. Encouraging the patient to follow the treatment plan
without discussion
B. Developing goals of care based solely on institutional policy
,C. Involving the patient in decisions regarding the plan of care
D. Prioritizing efficiency over patient preferences
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting patient
preferences, values, and needs while actively involving patients
in decision-making. This approach improves satisfaction and
outcomes. Options A, B, and D limit patient participation and
do not reflect patient-centered principles.
Source:
Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing,
16th Edition – Unit 1: Principles of Nursing Practice, Chapter 1
Professional Nursing Practice
Question 3
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient should the
nurse assess first?
A. A patient requesting assistance with hygiene care
B. A postoperative patient reporting sudden shortness of
breath
C. A patient asking questions about discharge instructions
D. A patient waiting for scheduled medication administration
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Sudden shortness of breath in a postoperative patient may
indicate a life-threatening complication such as pulmonary
embolism or respiratory compromise and requires immediate
assessment using ABC prioritization. The other situations are
important but not immediately life-threatening.
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 factor is recognized as a social determinant that can
influence health outcomes?
A. Blood type
B. Geographic access to health care services
C. Eye color
D. Cardiac rhythm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Access to health care services is a social determinant of health
that significantly affects health outcomes and health equity.
Factors such as economic stability, education, environment,
and access to care influence overall health. Blood type, eye
color, and cardiac rhythm are not social determinants.
