Module 36 Clinical Decision Making Test Questions and Correct Answers

The nurse is discussing the role of intellect in critical thinking. Which benefit should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.) A.) Helps the nurse think outside the box B.) Approaches situations objectively C.) Differentiates fact from opinion D.) Helps to clarify concepts E.) Assists with evaluating performanceB, C, D. The critical thinking skill of intellect helps nurses differentiate facts from opinions, approach situations objectively, and clarify concepts. The critical thinking skill of creativity helps nurses think outside of the box. The critical thinking skill of inquiry helps nurses evaluate performance. The nurse states, "Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic pulmonary disease and the nurse should place the client in high Fowler position." Which clinical reasoning concept is the nurse using in this statement? (Select all that apply.) A.) Opinion B.) Judgment C.) Inference D.) Fact E.) InquiryA, D. The nurse is using both fact and opinion in the statement. Facts can be confirmed by research—chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic pulmonary disease. Opinions may be based on fact and are beliefs made over time, including nursing interventions such as placing the client with COPD in high Fowler position. Judgment is an evaluation of facts that reveal values; for example, place the client with COPD in high Fowler when the SpO2 is below a certain level. An inference is a conclusion that is drawn from facts, but goes beyond the established information. Inquiry is a form of research and does not apply here. The nurse is considering opposing views before making a decision. Which attribute of critical thinking is the nurse exhibiting? A.) Fair-mindedness B.) Perseverance C.) Integrity D.) Open-mindednessA, "Fair-Mindedness."