Nurses in Clinical Practice Need to Be Able to Make

question 14

Multiple Choice

Nurses in clinical practice need to be able to make decisions based on the needs of the client, situations, or practice problems. Which of the following statements are true regarding critical thinking in nursing (select all that apply) ?

• A) Critical thinkers challenge the norm.
• B) Critical thinkers consider unintended consequences when making decisions.
• C) Critical thinkers utilize the step-by-step nursing process in order.
• D) Critical thinkers are creative in their thinking.
• E) Critical thinking should be left to the discretion of the nurse leader.

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Definitions:

Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

A psychological conflict that arises when an individual must choose between two undesirable outcomes.

Approach-Approach Conflict

A decision-making dilemma involving the need to choose between two desirable goals.

Psychological Factors

Elements associated with the mind or mental processes that can influence behavior and well-being.

Sociocultural Factors

Aspects of society and culture that affect an individual's behavior patterns, attitudes, and perceptions.