Module 4

Question 1

What are the eight elements of critical thinking?

Answer 1

Problem/question/issue
propose/goal
frame of reference/worldview
Assumptions about the issue/problem
Central concepts, ideas, principles, and theories
Evidence/data to support
Interpretations/inferences/reasoning that lead to conclusions
implications/consequences that follow

Question 2

What are the six cognitive skills for critical thinking?

Answer 2

Interpretation
Analysis
Inference
Evaluation
Explanation
Self Regulation

Question 3

Reflective thinking

Answer 3

Deliberate thinking and understanding, personal assessment and analysis, pausing to assess the situation and problem solve.

Question 4

Intuitive thinking

Answer 4

Instant understanding of knowledge, quick action.

Question 5

Reactive thinking

Answer 5

Automatic or knee jerk reaction, leads to inaccurate reasoning

Question 6

What are the two types of decisions?

Answer 6

Patient care decisions and condition of work decisions

Question 7

Decision making steps?

Answer 7

1. gathering information
2. analyzing information
3. selecting a preferred alternative
4. implementing
5. following up

Question 8

Shared decision making?

Answer 8

Includes staff nurses in decision making & empowers nurses.

Question 9

What is appreciative inquiry?

Answer 9

Problem solving strategy that capitalizes on the positive characteristics of an outcome.
End result:
- Culture change
- Development of a vision or plan

Question 10

Five tips for managing time at work?

Answer 10

1. Prioritize tasks
2. Do task right in the first place
3. Do not waste time
4. Delegate tasks
5. Do not procrastinate