The Nurse Is Assessing a Client After a Motor Vehicle

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a client after a motor vehicle accident and notes the presence of ecchymosis in the left flank area.The nurse would interpret this finding as which of the following?

• A)Positive Grey Turner's sign
• B)Costovertebral angle tenderness
• C)Possible clotting dysfunction
• D)A precursor to hematuria

Understand the importance of cognitive maturity in acknowledging the complexity of real-world issues.

Identify and exemplify critical thinking habits of mind such as tolerance and open-mindedness.

Explain the sequential or integrated use of critical thinking skills in problem-solving.

Describe the process of engaging critical thinking through questioning.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Limitations

Refers to the inherent restrictions in human cognitive capacity, affecting memory, attention, and the ability to process information.

Preferred Course Of Action

The most favored plan or method to achieve a desired outcome or solve a problem.

Satisficing Decision

A decision-making process where the first acceptable solution is chosen, rather than seeking the optimal solution, often due to time or information constraints.

Absolute Best

The highest possible standard or level of quality that can be achieved in a given context.