Author Question: What is a systematic way to form and shape one's thinking? A) Critical thinking B) Intuitive ... (Read 90 times)

NguyenJ · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

What is a systematic way to form and shape one's thinking?

A) Critical thinking
B) Intuitive thinking
C) Trial-and-error
D) Interpersonal values

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client in the ER who was injured in a snowmobile accident. The nurse documents the following client data: uncontrollable shivering, weakness, pale and cold skin. Th nurse suspects the client is experiencing hypothermia.

Upon further assessment, the nurse notes a heart rate of 53 BPM and core internal temperature of 90F, which confirms the initial diagnosis. The nurse then devises a plan of care and continues to monitor the client to evaluate the outcomes. This nurse is using which of the following types of problem solving in her care of this client?

A) Trial-and-error
B) Scientific
C) Intuitive
D) Critical thinking

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

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Critical thinking is defined as a systematic way to form and shape one's thinking. It functions purposefully and exactingly. It is thought that is disciplined, comprehensive, based on intellectual standards, and, as a result, well-reasoned (Paul, 1993, p. 20).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Scientific problem solving is a systematic, seven-step, problem-solving process that involves (1) problem identification, (2) data collection, (3) hypothesis formulation, (4) plan of action, (5) hypothesis testing, (6) interpretation of results, and (7) evaluation, resulting in conclusion or revision of the study. This method is used most correctly in a controlled laboratory setting but is closely related to the more general problem-solving processes commonly used by health care professionals as they work with clients, such as the nursing process.