Nursing Critical Thinking

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What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take first upon receiving the information about Mr. Leonard's arrival?

  • Start preparing Mr. Leonard's room for his stay
  • Update Mr. Leonard's medical records
  • Wait for the doctor to arrive before taking any action
  • Go see Mr. Leonard immediately (correct)

Which task should the nurse prioritize after assessing assigned clients and receiving the previous shift's report?

  • Administer medications scheduled before breakfast (correct)
  • Ensure clients receive breakfast and hygiene care
  • Perform daily dressing changes and other treatments
  • Document nursing care in the client's record

What should be the nurse's next step after administering medications scheduled before breakfast?

  • Document nursing care and other pertinent information
  • Make rounds and assess assigned clients
  • Perform daily dressing changes and other treatments
  • Ensure clients receive breakfast and hygiene care (correct)

After ensuring clients receive breakfast, what should the nurse do next as part of prioritizing morning activities?

<p>Document nursing care and other pertinent information in the client's record (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In advocating for a client's rights, which of the following actions would be most appropriate for a nurse?

<p>Defending the client's rights by challenging unethical policies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In developing an educational session on client advocacy, which of the following would be the most appropriate learning objective for nursing staff?

<p>Recognize strategies to empower clients in decision-making (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities best represents a true health promotion service?

<p>Assisting individuals in quitting harmful habits like smoking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In caring for Mr. Leonard, a post-angioplasty patient, which of the following actions would demonstrate holistic nursing care?

<p>Considering his emotional needs and family support system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating the most appropriate nursing intervention for Mr. Leonard, which factor should be given the highest priority?

<p>Current evidence-based guidelines for post-angioplasty care (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In providing care for Mr. Leonard, which of the following actions demonstrates clinical reasoning skills?

<p>Evaluating the potential risks and benefits of different treatment options (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of critical thinking in nursing?

<p>Making judgments based on scientific evidence rather than tradition or guesswork (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of using critical thinking in nursing practice?

<p>Providing complex, holistic health care tailored to individual patient needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating alternatives and reaching conclusions, a critical thinker in nursing should:

<p>Consider multiple explanations and solutions objectively (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an important aspect of critical thinking in nursing?

<p>Demonstrating focused physical assessment skills and distinguishing normals from abnormals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of clinical reasoning, which of the following is essential for a nurse?

<p>Seeking out experiences and practicing clinical skills to enhance critical thinking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following attitudes is crucial for a nurse to cultivate critical thinking habits?

<p>Empathy and the ability to consider different perspectives objectively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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