Nur 304 Test 3

Front 1

The most correct definition of “critical thinking” is

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Purposeful, analytical thinking that results in a reasoned decision

Rational:Most definitions of critical thinking include the concept of it being “purposeful” and deliberate. It is more than just problem solving and is not used exclusively to defend one’s beliefs. Critical thinking enables a person to see that there may be more than one correct answer.

Front 2

A nurse who is newly employed at a hospital questions a standard of patient care that does not seem to follow evidence-based practice. The critical thinking attitude she is exhibiting is termed

Back 2

a.Independent thinking

Front 3

Nurses must possess the knowledge and skills needed for patient teaching so that

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c.They can promote the health, safety, and rights of clients through education.

Front 4

The client needs to be taught how to find and check his own radial pulse. The nurse will complete this teaching

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b. when the client recognizes the need to learn the skill

RationalThe client will be most motivated to learn when he recognizes why this skill is important to the success of his overall treatment plan (e.g., medication effectiveness).

Front 5

The client is given a pamphlet to read about how to manage his newly inserted central venous access device. It will be most important for the nurse to assess the client’s

Back 5

d. ability to see

RationalIf the client has vision problems, the nurse will have to find another strategy to convey the information.