Critical Thinking Can Best Be Described as Involving

question 32

Multiple Choice

Critical thinking can best be described as involving:

• A) Knowing the best course of action to take in complex situations
• B) Using heuristics to solve problems
• C) Keeping an open mind about controversial issues
• D) Judging the credibility of information or arguments

Understand the importance and method of effectively communicating with victims of abuse during assessment.

Recognize signs of physical abuse in children and take appropriate nursing actions.

Document signs of abuse accurately and objectively in patient records.

Identify bruises and injuries indicative of abuse vs. normal activity in children and adults.

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Definitions:

Communication Competency

The ability to effectively exchange information with others through various modes of communication, including written, verbal, and non-verbal methods.

Hand Gestures

Physical movements of the hands used to communicate ideas or emotions, supplementing speech or serving as a form of non-verbal communication.

Index Finger

The finger next to the thumb on the human hand, often used for pointing to signal or indicate something.

Selective Screening

The process of filtering information to focus on the most relevant or important details, often to reduce overload and enhance decision making.