Techniques in Critical Thinking Quiz

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What is the main characteristic of trial and error approach in nursing?

It is a formalized, logical, systematic approach
It involves trying multiple approaches until a solution is found (correct)
It involves reflective thinking and awareness of skills learned
It relies on a nurse's inner sense

Which of the following best describes intuition in nursing?

Being unafraid to examine traditions for validity
Understanding or learning things without conscious reasoning (correct)
Relying on clinical judgment to ascertain the right nursing action
Making impartial judgments without personal biases

What does intellectual courage involve for nurses?

Believing that well-reasoned thinking leads to trustworthy conclusions
Perseverance in finding effective solutions to problems
Being open to the possibility of personal biases influencing thinking
Applying rigorous standards to own knowledge as to others' knowledge (correct)

Why is insight into egocentricity important for nurses?

To be aware that personal biases could unduly affect thinking (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of setting priorities in nursing care?

It is dynamic and flexible (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is perseverance an important trait for nurses?

To have determination in finding effective solutions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Socratic questioning in critical thinking?

To search for inconsistencies and examine multiple points of view (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of clinical reasoning?

Clarifying concepts (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does deductive reasoning involve?

Reasoning from general premise to specific conclusion (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does problem solving contribute to a nurse's body of knowledge according to the text?

For problem solving in similar situations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of critical analysis in the context of critical thinking?

Applying a set of questions to discard unimportant ideas (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does inductive reasoning work?

By forming generalizations from a set of facts, observations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of spirituality as discussed in the text?

Creating meaning and purpose in life (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'grounding' defined in relation to spirituality and energy?

Connection with the ground and reality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of nurses creating healing environments?

Synthesizing medical-curing and nursing-healing approaches (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does ethnocentrism impact Western health practitioners?

Assumes superiority of one's own culture over others (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do cultural traditions play in healthcare in various cultures?

Contribute to a broader range of healing options (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for nurses to inquire about clients' previous healing modalities?

To enhance professional accountability and critical thinking (D) Signup and view all the answers