324 critical thinking + CC Flashcards
critical thinking
ability to think in a systematic & logical manner with openness to question and reflect on the reasoning process
critical thinkers in nursing care…
question, seek and examine information for answers and deeper meanings in order to understand patients
concept of critical thinking: truth seeking
seek the true meaning of a situation. be courageous, honest, and objective about asking questions
concept of critical thinking: open mindedness
be tolerant of different views, be sensitive to the possibility of your own prejudices, respect the right of others to have different opinions
concept of critical thinking: analyticity
analyze potentially problematic situations, anticipate possible results or consequences, value reason, use evidence based knowledge
concept of critical thinking: systematically
be organized, focused, work hard in any inquiry
concept of critical thinking: self confidence
trust in your own reasoning processes
concept of critical thinking: inquisitiveness
be eager to acquire knowledge and learn explanations even when applications of the knowledge are not immediately clear. value learning for learning sake
concept of critical thinking: maturity
multiple solutions are acceptable. Reflect on your own judgments, have cognitive maturity
critical thinking necessities
best scientific evidence, patient values, clinical experience, evidence based practice
Culturally Congruent Care
idea of providing care based on an individuals. culture beliefs, practices and values
key elements of culturally congruent care
communication (!!), pt centered, understand you can’t know everything and that culture can vary from person to person
cultural awareness
cultural knowledge
cultural sensitivity