WGU D265 TASK 1: CRITICAL THINKING IN HEALTHCARE:
EVALUATING ARGUMENTS AND BIAS |LATEST UPDATE WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Student Name: Veta Russell
Course: D265
Task: Task 1
Date: June 2026
Premise(s) and Conclusion
P1: The doctor’s orders are based on peer-reviewed research and rigorous testing, which
show that cholinesterase inhibitors help maintain acetylcholine levels.
P2: Treatments supported by peer-reviewed research and testing are generally reliable and
effective.
C: Therefore, continuing the prescribed cholinesterase inhibitors is likely to help the
patient.
Deductive/Inductive
This argument is inductive because it is based on evidence and probability rather than
certainty. The conclusion is likely to be true based on scientific research, but it is not
guaranteed.
Validity/Strength
This is a strong inductive argument because it relies on credible scientific evidence,
including peer-reviewed research and clinical testing. These sources increase the likelihood
that the conclusion is accurate.
Map
(1) The doctor’s orders are based on peer-reviewed research
(2) Research shows cholinesterase inhibitors support brain function
(1) + (2) → (3) Continuing treatment will help the patient
EVALUATING ARGUMENTS AND BIAS |LATEST UPDATE WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Student Name: Veta Russell
Course: D265
Task: Task 1
Date: June 2026
Premise(s) and Conclusion
P1: The doctor’s orders are based on peer-reviewed research and rigorous testing, which
show that cholinesterase inhibitors help maintain acetylcholine levels.
P2: Treatments supported by peer-reviewed research and testing are generally reliable and
effective.
C: Therefore, continuing the prescribed cholinesterase inhibitors is likely to help the
patient.
Deductive/Inductive
This argument is inductive because it is based on evidence and probability rather than
certainty. The conclusion is likely to be true based on scientific research, but it is not
guaranteed.
Validity/Strength
This is a strong inductive argument because it relies on credible scientific evidence,
including peer-reviewed research and clinical testing. These sources increase the likelihood
that the conclusion is accurate.
Map
(1) The doctor’s orders are based on peer-reviewed research
(2) Research shows cholinesterase inhibitors support brain function
(1) + (2) → (3) Continuing treatment will help the patient