A Nurse Is Concerned Regarding an Area of Practice That

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nurse is concerned regarding an area of practice that has been linked to poor client outcomes. Several nurses have expressed concern regarding the problem. Critically thinking about the problem would involve which of the following?

• A) Waiting for the unit continuing-education offering regarding a change in practices
• B) Continuing the status quo
• C) Deferring to the hospital staff responsible for the policy and procedure manual
• D) Reflecting on past knowledge and formulating potential solutions.

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Definitions:

Precise

Characterized by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.

Appeal to Emotions

A rhetorical strategy that aims to provoke an emotional reaction from an audience, rather than relying on logical argument.

Combative Persuasion

A communication strategy that employs argumentative and aggressive tactics to convince others of a viewpoint.

Confrontational Techniques

Strategies or methods employed to address or challenge issues directly, often in a bold or aggressive manner.