Author Question: Which one of the following examples demonstrates the critical thinking attitude of responsibility ... (Read 28 times)

erika · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which one of the following examples demonstrates the critical thinking attitude of responsibility and authority?

1. Reporting client difficulties
2. Offering an alternative approach
3. Looking for a different treatment option
4. Sharing ideas about nursing interventions

Question 2

There are a variety of levels of critical thinking. An example of critical thinking at the complex level is:

1. Giving medication at the time ordered
2. Following a procedure for catheterization step-by-step
3. Reviewing all clients' medical records thoroughly
4. Discussing various alternative pain management techniques

dpost18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
Reporting client difficulties demonstrates the critical thinking attitude of responsibility and au-thority. Asking for help if uncertain and following standards of practice also demonstrate the critical thinking attitudes of responsibility and authority. Offering an alternative approach would demonstrate the critical thinking attitude of risk-taking. Looking for a different treatment option demonstrates the critical thinking attitude of creativity. Sharing ideas about nursing interventions demonstrates the critical thinking attitude of thinking independently.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
Discussing alternative pain management techniques is an example of critical thinking at the com-plex level. The nurse analyzes and examines alternatives more independently. Giving medication at the time ordered is an example of the basic level of critical thinking. Following a procedure step-by-step is an example of the basic level of critical thinking. Reviewing the client's medical records thoroughly is an example of gathering data and may be used in evaluation of a client's care.