NR-224 Exam 1
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Interpretation (ex: lab values), analy-
sis, inference, evaluation, explanation,
What are characteristics of critical think- self-regulation (ex: hospice pt wants to
ing? have peaceful death, RN knows there
is more treatment possible. Must write
notes based on what the pt wants)
continuous process characterized by
open-mindedness, continual inquiry, and
perseverance, combined with a willing-
What is critical decision making?
ness to look at each unique patient situ-
ation and determine which identified as-
sumptions are true and relevant
Requires careful reasoning (i.e., choos-
ing the options for the best pt outcomes
What is clinical decision making?
on the basis of the pt's condition and
priority of the problem)
Level 1-basic
Describe and explain the critical thinking Level 2-Complex: think beyond, learning
model, what are the components and that there are ultimate different choices
levels? Level 3-Commitment: anticipate and
make choices without assistance
What is needed before anything else in Standards, attitudes, competencies, ex-
the critical thinking model? perience, and specific knowledge base
Interpretation Judgement or interpretation of a cue
information that you obtain through use
Cue
of senses
Detailed examining of the elements or
Analysis structure of something; typically, as a ba-
sis for discussion or interpretation
Conclusion reached on the basis of evi-
Inference
dence and reasoning
Making of a judgement about the
Evaluation amount, number or value of something;
assessment
Explanation
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A statement or account that makes
something clear
Organization regulating itself without in-
Self-Regulation
tervention from external bodies
Feeling or belief that one can rely on
Confidence
someone or something; firm trust
Not influenced or controlled by others in
Independence matters of opinion, conduct, etc., thinking
or acting for oneself
Impartial and just treatment or behavior
Fairness
without favoritism or discrimination
The opportunity or ability to act indepen-
Responsibility dently and make decisions without au-
thorization
Willing to take a risky action in the hope
Risk Taking
of a desired result
Training that corrects, molds, or perfects
Discipline
the mental faculties or moral character
Steadfastness in doing something de-
Perseverance spite difficulty or delay in achieving suc-
cess
Creativity Use of the imagination or original ideas
A strong desire to know or learn some-
Curiosity
thing
Quality of being honest and having
Integrity strong moral principles; moral upright-
ness
The quality or state of not thinking you
Humility are better than other people; state of be-
ing humble
Attempt to discover deep truths, espe-
Truth Seeking cially by putting aside simple prejudices
and unexamined traditions
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