During a Physical Assessment of a Client, the Nurse Notes

question 4

Multiple Choice

During a physical assessment of a client, the nurse notes wheezing and documents the findings in the medical record. Which phase of critical thinking is represented by the nurse's actions?

• A) Collection of information.
• B) Evaluation.
• C) Generation of alternatives.
• D) Analysis of the situation.

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Definitions:

Mediation

A form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party assists the disputing parties in reaching a mutually satisfactory agreement.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

A range of processes, such as mediation or arbitration, used to resolve disputes without resorting to traditional court litigation.

Conciliation

A process of resolving disputes where an impartial third party helps disputing parties to reach a mutually agreeable solution without going to court.

Arbitration

A form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party, known as an arbitrator, makes a decision to resolve a dispute outside of court.