What is the first component of the critical thinking model for ...

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What is the first component of the critical thinking model for clinical decision making?
 
  a. Experience
  b. Nursing process
  c. Attitude
  d. A scientific knowledge base

Question 2

The patient is admitted to the emergency department of the local hospital from home with reports of chest discomfort and shortness of breath.
 
  She is placed on oxygen, has labs and blood gases drawn, and is given an electrocardiogram and breathing treatments. What level of preventive care is this patient receiving? a. Primary prevention
  b. Secondary prevention
  c. Tertiary prevention
  d. Health promotion

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Answer to Question 1

D
A scientific knowledge base is the first component for clinical decision making. After acquiring a sound knowledge base, the nurse can then apply knowledge to different clinical situations using the nursing process to gain valuable experience. A critical thinking attitude is a guideline for how to approach a problem and apply knowledge to make a clinical decision.

Answer to Question 2

B
Secondary prevention focuses on individuals who are experiencing health problems or illnesses and who are at risk for developing complications or worsening conditions. Activities are directed at diagnosis and prompt intervention. Primary prevention precedes disease or dysfunction and is applied to people considered physically and emotionally healthy. Health promotion includes health education programs, immunizations, and physical and nutritional fitness activities. Tertiary prevention occurs when a defect or disability is permanent and irreversible. It involves minimizing the effects of long-term disease or disability through interventions directed at preventing complications and deterioration.