Author Question: What does the use of the intellectual standard of critical thinking by the nurse imply? a. The ... (Read 76 times)

audragclark · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

What does the use of the intellectual standard of critical thinking by the nurse imply?

a. The nurse reflects on his or her own behaviour.
b. The nurse examines meanings and relationships in data.
c. The nurse accepts that multiple solutions are possible.
d. The nurse approaches assessment accurately and consistently.

Question 2

The nurse knows that indwelling catheters are placed before a cesarean because

a. The patient may void uncontrollably during the procedure.
b. A full bladder can cause the mother's heart rate to drop.
c. Spinal anesthetics can temporarily disable urethral sphincters.
d. The patient will not interrupt the procedure by asking to go to the bathroom.

tennis14576 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Use of the intellectual standard of critical thinking implies that the nurse is applying standards such as thoroughness, preciseness, accuracy, and consistency to ensure that all clinical decisions are sound.
Reflecting on one's own behaviour is an example of evaluation.
Examining meanings and relationships in data is an example of inference.
Accepting that multiple solutions are possible is an example of maturity.

Answer to Question 2

C
Spinal anesthetics may cause urinary retention due to the inability to sense or carry out the need to void. The patient is more likely to retain urine, rather than experience uncontrollable voiding. With spinal anesthesia, the patient will not be able to ambulate during the procedure. A full bladder has no impact on the pulse rate of the mother.