Each Element of the Nursing Process Involves Critical Thinking

question 8

Multiple Choice

Each element of the nursing process involves critical thinking. Which definition of assessment reflects critical thinking?

• A) Correctly and completely documenting the assessment data on a form
• B) A process of discovery and decision-making about the nature of the patient's needs
• C) Using a systematic approach to ensure comprehensive collection of assessment data
• D) Selecting the most accurate NANDA-I nursing diagnosis for the patient

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Definitions:

Group Cohesion Scale

A tool or measure designed to determine the strength and unity of relationships within a group.

Observer Fatigue

Observer Fatigue refers to the phenomenon where individuals performing continuous observation tasks over long periods become less effective, leading to decreased accuracy or attentiveness.

Sampling Procedures

methods used to select a portion of a population for study or analysis.

Continuous Recording

A method of data collection where behavior is recorded continuously over a period of time without breaks or interruption.