Critical Thinking in Nursing

<p>By considering benefits and risks of each option (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enhances the ability to care for patients as their advocate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Critical thinking evolves with increased knowledge and experience. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accepting diverse opinions and values of experts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Navigate complex patient situations more effectively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Problem identification (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It often involves an immediate response to an inner sense of urgency. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Immediately alerted the doctor for a detailed evaluation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plan of action (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessing whether the plan of action was successful. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Choosing from options and understanding consequences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plan of action (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It serves as a prompt for further investigation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It may not fully relieve severe pain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Commitment Level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recommended the patient increase fluid intake. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Considered the patient’s history and fluid intake. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Congestive heart failure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To remove excess fluid from the patient's system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>20 mg of IV lasix one time. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Collaborating with a coworker before consulting a doctor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Overvaluing initial information received (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rushing to implement a decision without proper analysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It may lead to addressing only minor issues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dizziness and blurred vision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Generalized healthcare understanding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Educational background (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diagnosing and treating patient responses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clinical learning experiences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Having a self-confidence in the skill (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Misidentifying the core problem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thinking independently and questioning ideas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Standards of practice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identifying patients correctly before administering medications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reliance on authority without skepticism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It defines critical thinking. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Considering all options and following safety guidelines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It encourages thorough questioning to understand patient issues. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using original thinking to approach problems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Asking specific questions about the pain's character and triggers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Applying a logical and thoughtful analysis of potential dangers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using evidence-based knowledge and research to make informed decisions.

Someone who uses evidence-based knowledge and research to make decisions.

Analyzing patient situations, considering different perspectives, and making informed care decisions.

Stages of development in critical thinking abilities, from basic to complex.

Following rules and procedures set by experts, using a set of principles.

Independently analyzing choices, considering different solutions and their risks.

Evaluating both the positive and negative consequences of different solutions in complex critical thinking.

Considering different options beyond routine procedures in complex situations.

A systematic, seven-step process used by healthcare professionals to solve problems. It involves identifying the problem, collecting data, forming a hypothesis, planning an action, testing the hypothesis, interpreting results and evaluating the outcome.

The first step in scientific problem solving, where the issue or concern is clearly defined.

The process of gathering information related to the identified problem. This can include patient history, vital signs, lab results, and observations.

Forming an educated guess or explanation about the problem based on the collected data.

This approach relies on experience, instinct, and a sense of something being wrong, even without clear clinical signs.

A rapid evaluation to gather more information, usually involving vital signs and a focused physical assessment.

The process of choosing from different options, all of which have potential consequences.

Decisions in healthcare have a direct impact on patients' well-being and can lead to various outcomes.

The ability to independently make decisions and take responsible actions based on experience and knowledge.

A nurse identifies a potential urine infection, takes independent actions like increasing fluid intake and hygiene measures, and reports their observations and recommendations to the doctor.

The nurse used critical thinking by analyzing the patient's history, vital signs, intake & output, and lung sounds to identify the issue (fluid overload) and formulate a solution (Lasix).

The patient's oxygen saturation is low despite oxygen therapy, possibly due to fluid overload caused by congestive heart failure and recent blood transfusions.

Administering Lasix, a diuretic, can help remove excess fluid from the body, improving the patient's oxygenation levels.

Excess fluid puts pressure on the lungs, making it harder for the heart to pump blood efficiently, leading to decreased oxygen levels.

The nurse observes, analyzes, and takes action based on their critical thinking skills. They communicate their findings to the doctor and implement the prescribed treatment.

Effective communication between the nurse and the doctor allows for a shared understanding of the situation, leading to timely and appropriate interventions.

An error in decision making characterized by favoring first received information, avoiding contradictory information, sticking to a preferred solution,and reinforcing past choices.

A decision making error where the whole situation is not considered, leading to inaccurate data, unclear problem identification, prioritizing incorrectly, and setting unrealistic goals.

An error in decision making marked by rushing, failing to explore multiple solutions, improper implementation, and neglecting to leverage appropriate resources.

The process of applying critical thinking to analyze patient situations and draw inferences to identify potential issues.

The process of applying nursing knowledge to patient situations and interpreting observed data to reach conclusions and draw inferences about potential problems.

A five-step approach used by nurses for clinical decision-making and patient care, involving assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

The nursing process aims to identify and address patient responses to actual or potential health problems, helping them reach agreed-upon health goals.

The process of gaining practical skills and knowledge through direct patient care experiences.

Skill and judgment developed through years of nursing practice.

The belief in your abilities and knowledge to provide safe and effective patient care.

Questioning assumptions and seeking evidence to support clinical decisions.

Taking ownership of your actions and ensuring safe patient care.

Being held answerable for your professional actions and the quality of patient care.

Minimum acceptable levels of skill and knowledge for nurses.

It's essential to understand the rationale behind any medical procedure before performing it on a patient.

Nurses should consider risks, analyze dangers, and make thoughtful, logical decisions. Safety guidelines are crucial.

Nurses use methodical approaches to identify and solve problems. They ask specific questions to understand patient issues.

Nurses need to think outside the box to find solutions. Original thinking is key to tackling unique patient situations.

Nurses develop attitudes like risk-taking, discipline, and creativity to make informed and effective decisions.