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Shelles · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Members of the staff on a hospital unit are critical of a client's family, who has different cultural beliefs about health and illness. A student assigned to the patient does not agree,based on her care of the client and family.

What critical thinking attitude is the student demonstrating?

A) Being curious and persevering
B) Being creative
C) Demonstrating confidence
D) Thinking independently

Question 2

A student is asked to perform a skill for which he is not prepared. When using the method of critical thinking, what would be the first step to resolve the situation?

A) Purpose of thinking
B) Adequacy of knowledge
C) Potential problems
D) Helpful resources

apple · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Although all the attitudes listed are components of critical thinking, the student is thinking independently. Nurses who are independent thinkers are careful not to let the status quo or a persuasive individual control their thinking.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
The student's first step when thinking critically about a situation is to identify the purpose or goal of the thinking. This helps to discipline thinking by directing all thoughts toward the goal.