Critical Thinking Is an Integral Part of the Nursing Process

question 26

Multiple Choice

Critical thinking is an integral part of the nursing process because it:

• A) Promotes flexibility and individualized care.
• B) Incorporates decision making.
• C) Includes the patient in part of the nursing process.
• D) Provides guidelines of care.

---

Definitions:

Naïve Scientist

A theory suggesting individuals attempt to understand the social world using logical processes akin to those used by scientists, albeit in a simplified, "naïve" manner.

Intuitive Scientist

A concept suggesting that individuals use informal methods akin to scientific reasoning to understand and predict others' behaviors.

Scientific Methods

A systematic and logical approach to acquiring knowledge that involves observation, experimentation, and data analysis.

Causal Attribution

The process of assigning causes or reasons to behaviors and events, explaining why things happen or why certain actions were taken.