MS CH 1 Critical Thinking
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Which of the following is NOT one of the traits associated with good critical thinking?

  • Intellectual honesty (correct)
  • Intellectual empathy
  • Intellectual humility
  • Intellectual courage

    • Why is it important for nurses to possess intellectual humility?

  • To avoid conflicts with colleagues
  • To maintain a positive attitude
  • To impress patients with their knowledge
  • To ensure patient safety (correct)

    • What does intellectual courage involve?

  • Being open to different viewpoints (correct)
  • Being confident in one's own knowledge
  • Being honest and trustworthy
  • Being empathetic towards patients

    • Why is intellectual integrity important in nursing?

    <p>To maintain professional standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>The use of cognitive skills to increase the probability of a desirable outcome in patient care situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse in using the nursing process?

    <p>To assess and evaluate patient data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between objective and subjective data in nursing?

    <p>Objective data is measurable and observable, while subjective data is based on the patient's thoughts and feelings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is good critical thinking important in nursing?

    <p>To ensure effective decision-making in patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the problem-solving process involves formulating and considering alternate solutions?

    <p>Plan what to do</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the desirable outcome in this situation?

    <p>Pain relief now</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effects of medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of using critical thinking in patient care?

    <p>Anticipating and preventing problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves evaluating a patient's condition?

    <p>Evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who assists the RN in collecting data during the assessment step of the nursing process?

    <p>Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data is information provided verbally by the patient?

    <p>Subjective data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>Provide direct patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of objective data?

    <p>The patient's blood glucose level of 326 mg/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting subjective data using direct quotations?

    <p>To provide clear and accurate information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nursing diagnoses?

    <p>To provide a basis for selection of nursing interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a medical diagnosis and a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>A medical diagnosis directs most of the care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the best definition of metacognition?

    <p>The process of reflecting on one's own thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To think clearly and critically about patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best source of knowledge on which to base nursing practice?

    <p>Research studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the problem-solving method that nurses can use to manage problems in patient care?

    <p>Gather data, identify the problem, decide on the outcome, implement the interventions, evaluate the plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the nursing diagnosis in the PES format?

    <p>Interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a well-written nursing diagnosis?

    <p>To guide development of a plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nursing actions did NOT require a health care provider's order?

    <p>Developing a plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of the three parts of a nursing diagnosis in the PES format?

    <p>Problem, Etiology, Signs and symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the case study of Mr. Frank, what might be a possible nursing diagnosis using the PES format?

    <p>Acute Pain related to muscle spasms and nerve compression as evidenced by patient's pain rating of 8 on a 10-point scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'related to' indicate in a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>The cause or related factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves assessing patient needs and collecting data?

    <p>Nursing diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>Assist the RN in collecting data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data is information provided verbally by the patient?

    <p>Subjective data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting subjective data using direct quotations?

    <p>To differentiate subjective data from objective data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To increase the effectiveness of medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To enhance their problem-solving skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>To perform physical assessments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves evaluating a patient's condition?

    <p>Evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the nursing process?

    <p>Intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using direct quotations when documenting subjective data?

    <p>To represent the patient's view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a nursing diagnosis in the nursing process?

    <p>To identify problems and prioritize care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of objective data?

    <p>Patient's blood pressure reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves implementing the interventions in the plan of care?

    <p>Evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating the plan of care in the nursing process?

    <p>To reassess the patient's condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of using critical thinking in patient care?

    <p>Anticipating and preventing problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the registered nurse (RN) in the nursing process?

    <p>Collaborating with the healthcare provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in the problem-solving method mentioned in the text?

    <p>Decide the desirable outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a pain-rating scale in the problem-solving process?

    <p>To gather factual information about the patient's pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for nursing care that is based on good, well-designed research studies?

    <p>Evidence-based practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To think clearly and critically about patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>The use of cognitive skills or strategies to increase the probability of a desirable outcome in patient care situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effectiveness of medications in providing pain relief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To make the best decisions possible in patient care situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a medical diagnosis and a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>A medical diagnosis refers to a disease or medical condition, while a nursing diagnosis focuses on the patient's response to the disease or condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of a nursing diagnosis in the PES format?

    <p>Treatment plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a well-written nursing diagnosis?

    <p>To guide development of a care plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nursing diagnoses?

    <p>To guide development of a care plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>The ability to think logically and rationally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effects of the medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'related to' indicate in a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>The cause or related factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves implementing the interventions in the plan of care?

    <p>Planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating the plan of care in the nursing process?

    <p>To modify the plan of care if necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>To collect data during the assessment step</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effectiveness of medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>The use of cognitive skills to increase the probability of a desirable outcome in patient care situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>Assisting the RN in collecting data during the assessment step</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effectiveness of pain control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is good critical thinking important in nursing?

    <p>To ensure effective decision making in patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct definition of metacognition?

    <p>The term metacognition means to think about thinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To learn how to think clearly and critically about patient care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a pain-rating scale in the problem-solving process?

    <p>To gather data about the patient's pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nurse researchers in evidence-based practice?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT associated with good critical thinking?

    <p>Intellectual empathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having a good knowledge base in clinical reasoning?

    <p>To ensure your thinking is based on correct factual material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is intellectual perseverance important in critical thinking?

    <p>It ensures you do not give up on finding answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of fair-mindedness in critical thinking?

    <p>To prevent bias in thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of objective data?

    <p>Nurse's observation of a 3-cm red lesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using direct quotations when documenting subjective data?

    <p>To show the patient's view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the nursing process involves formulating and considering alternate solutions?

    <p>Planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a nursing diagnosis in the nursing process?

    <p>To provide a basis for selection of nursing interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a medical diagnosis and a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>A medical diagnosis focuses on the patient's physical condition, while a nursing diagnosis focuses on the patient's response to the physical condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To provide a holistic approach to pain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best source of knowledge on which to base nursing practice?

    <p>Current research evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To improve patient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the nursing diagnosis in the PES format?

    <p>Treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for nursing care that is based on good, well-designed research studies?

    <p>Evidence-based care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the registered nurse (RN) in the nursing process?

    <p>Developing a plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting subjective data using direct quotations?

    <p>To support the patient's perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse in using the nursing process?

    <p>Collecting data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of using critical thinking in patient care?

    <p>Seeking input from other healthcare professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is associated with good critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>Intellectual humility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of intellectual perseverance in critical thinking?

    <p>To be open-minded and consider different perspectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is intellectual empathy important in nursing?

    <p>To provide compassionate and patient-centered care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having intellectual integrity in nursing?

    <p>To ensure equal standards for evaluating different treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nursing process?

    <p>A framework used to assess patient needs and develop a plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>To provide direct patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the nursing process?

    <p>Data collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effectiveness of pain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes critical thinking in nursing?

    <p>The use of cognitive skills to increase the probability of a desirable outcome in patient care situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a nursing diagnosis in the nursing process?

    <p>To identify patient problems and develop a plan of care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using direct quotations when documenting subjective data?

    <p>To accurately capture the patient's words and provide evidence for the subjective data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is good critical thinking important in nursing?

    <p>To ensure effective decision-making and provide the best possible care for patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of objective data?

    <p>Explainable by the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of clustering data into sets of related information?

    <p>To identify problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a nursing diagnosis in the nursing process?

    <p>To provide a basis for nursing interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using direct quotations when documenting subjective data?

    <p>To provide accurate and concise information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the problem-solving process involves evaluating the plan of care?

    <p>Evaluate the plan of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using complementary methods in conjunction with medications for pain control?

    <p>To enhance the effectiveness of medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the registered nurse (RN) in the nursing process?

    <p>To collaborate with the health care provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a well-written nursing diagnosis?

    <p>To guide the selection of appropriate nursing interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a critical thinker in nursing?

    <p>Intellectual arrogance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evidence-based practice in nursing?

    <p>To provide the best care based on research and evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of the problem-solving method in nursing?

    <p>Gather data, identify the problem, decide the outcome, plan, implement, evaluate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a pain-rating scale in the problem-solving process?

    <p>To assess the effectiveness of pain medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of a nursing diagnosis in the PES format?

    <p>Medical diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a well-written nursing diagnosis?

    <p>To guide the development of a care plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for nursing care that is based on good, well-designed research studies?

    <p>Evidence-based practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'related to' indicate in a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>The cause or related factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the LPN/LVN in the nursing process?

    <p>Collecting data during the assessment step</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nursing students to develop the attitudes of a critical thinker?

    <p>To enhance their clinical reasoning abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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