Which statements exemplify the attributes of critical thinking ...

[Marty]

Which statements exemplify the attributes of critical thinking essential to nurses? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. I am always curious about why we do things the way we do.
  2. I think we need to hurry up and make a decision.
  3. Can you help me understand your perspective a little better?
  4. I don't think that your concern is necessarily pertinent to this issue.
  5. I don't think I can make that decision until I have more information.

Question 2

The nurse manager is planning a meeting for members of her staff and wants to describe the word team when describing the desired behavior for the staff. Which is appropriate to use in this description?
 
  1. A team is a group of more than three people.
  2. A team does not need a leader to coordinate activities.
  3. All members of the team contribute their talents.
  4. Teams consist of members from the same job level.

[xoxo123]

Answer to Question 1

1,3,5
Rationale 1: Curiosity and a willingness to examine underlying assumptions are characteristic of a critical thinker.
Rationale 2: A critical thinker is not in a hurry to make a decision but waits until all the facts are known and can be considered.
Rationale 3: The critical thinker considers the possible alternative perspectives.
Rationale 4: The critical thinker does not discount the concerns of others who have knowledge of the issue.
Rationale 5: The critical thinker collects and analyzes the facts before considering any decision.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

3
Explanation: 1. Members of teams do contribute their talents to assist the team in achieving the goals of the
group. A team can be just two people, usually has a leader, and has people from different job
levels and work groups.

[Marty]

Gracias!

[dyrone]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review