Lecture: Critical Thinking

Question 0

Define reflective journaling.

Answer 0

A tool used to clarify concepts through reflection by thinking back or recalling situations

Question 1

Define critical thinking.

Answer 1

A continuous process characterized by open-mindedness, continual inquiry, and perseverance, combined with a willingness to look at each unique patient situation and determine which identified assumptions are true and relevant

Question 2

Define concept mapping.

Answer 2

A visual representation of patient problems and interventions that illustrates an interrelationship

Question 3

Define inference.

Answer 3

Examining the meaning of your results

Question 4

Define self-regulation.

Answer 4

Reflection

Question 5

What are the four blended skills of critical thinking?

Answer 5

Cognitive (use experience to make sense of the situation and pull out what is relevant), technical skills (manipulate equipment and interpret meaning), interpersonal skills (communicate effectively), and ethical/legal skills (personal moral code)