Which of the following characteristics do the various definitions ...

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Which of the following characteristics do the various definitions of critical thinking have in common? Critical thinking:
 
  a. Requires reasoned thought
  b. Asks the questions why or how
  c. Is a hierarchical process
  d. Demands specialized thinking skills

Question 2

A nurse working in a rehabilitation facility has a physician's prescription to contact other therapists as required by patient need. A patient has started to have difficulty with bathing and grooming.
 
  Which therapist should the nurse contact to assist the patient to regain these skills?
  a. Physical therapist
  b. Occupational therapist
  c. Speech-language pathologist
  d. Respiratory therapist

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Answer to Question 1

A
The definitions listed in the text as well as definitions contained in Box 2-1 state that critical thinking requires reasoning or reasoned thinking. Critical thinking is neither linear nor hierarchical. The steps involved in critical thinking are not necessarily sequential, wherein mastery of one step is necessary to proceed to the next. Critical thinking is a purposeful, dynamic, analytical process that contributes to reasoned decisions and sound contextual judgments.

Answer to Question 2

B
Occupational therapists help patients to regain and maintain function and independence with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, and grooming.