ATI-RN Adult Medical Surgical Nursing-Critical Thinking Guide 2020.pdF.DOC

CRITICAL THINKINGFOUNDATIONAL THINKINGKNOWLEDGE/CLINICAL JUDGEMENTSPRIORITY SETTING FRAMEWORKSritical thinking in nursing is a purposeful, logical process which results in powerful patient outcomes. “Critical thinking involves interpretation and analysis of the problem, reasoning to find a solution, applying, and finally evaluation of the outcomes,” according to a 2010 study published in the Journal of Nursing EducationNursing has changed from a simple caregiving job to a complex and highly responsible profession. Hence, the role of nurses has changed from being task-oriented to a team-based, patient-centered approach with an emphasis on positive outcomes. Strong critical thinking skills will have the greatest impact on patient outcomes.