WGU D265 - WGU - CRITICAL THINKING - REASON AND EVIDENCE ALREADY
GRADED A+
Which of the following is a proposition? - (ANSWER)The earth revolves around the sun.
What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an argument? - (ANSWER)To express the main
point supported by premises.
Which of the following best describes an inductive argument? - (ANSWER)Every
@#$%^&*()_ swan I've seen
is white, so all swans are white.
An argument is valid if: - (ANSWER)The structure guarantees the conclusion of the premises are
true.
What type of fallacy is committed when a person is attacked instead of their argument? -
(ANSWER)Ad hominem
A nurse reads a study that reports reduced remission rates at hospitals with enhanced discharge
planning protocols. The study is observational and based on retrospective data from hospital
records. - (ANSWER)It may be influenced by confounding variables.
A healthcare administrator argues that "because our hospital has the most advanced technology,
we must provide the best patient care." - (ANSWER)Non sequitur
A clinician prefers a treatment supported by anecdotal experience, despite multiple studies
showing another treatment is more effective. This is an example of confirmation bias. -
(ANSWER)True
A research team conducts a randomized controlled trial to evaluate a new medication. One group
receives the medication, the other gets a placebo. Neither the patients nor the researchers know
who is in which group. What type of study is this? - (ANSWER)Double-blind RCT
A nurse practitioner wants to implement a new protocol. She reviews current literature, considers
her clinical experience, and discusses the option with the patient. Which framework is she using?
- (ANSWER)Evidence-based practice
What does fair-mindedness in critical thinking require? - (ANSWER)Considering opposing
viewpoints without bias.
Which characteristic is essential for a healthcare provider practicing critical thinking? -
(ANSWER)Open-mindedness
A critical thinker questions their own assumptions and conclusions. - (ANSWER)True
GRADED A+
Which of the following is a proposition? - (ANSWER)The earth revolves around the sun.
What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an argument? - (ANSWER)To express the main
point supported by premises.
Which of the following best describes an inductive argument? - (ANSWER)Every
@#$%^&*()_ swan I've seen
is white, so all swans are white.
An argument is valid if: - (ANSWER)The structure guarantees the conclusion of the premises are
true.
What type of fallacy is committed when a person is attacked instead of their argument? -
(ANSWER)Ad hominem
A nurse reads a study that reports reduced remission rates at hospitals with enhanced discharge
planning protocols. The study is observational and based on retrospective data from hospital
records. - (ANSWER)It may be influenced by confounding variables.
A healthcare administrator argues that "because our hospital has the most advanced technology,
we must provide the best patient care." - (ANSWER)Non sequitur
A clinician prefers a treatment supported by anecdotal experience, despite multiple studies
showing another treatment is more effective. This is an example of confirmation bias. -
(ANSWER)True
A research team conducts a randomized controlled trial to evaluate a new medication. One group
receives the medication, the other gets a placebo. Neither the patients nor the researchers know
who is in which group. What type of study is this? - (ANSWER)Double-blind RCT
A nurse practitioner wants to implement a new protocol. She reviews current literature, considers
her clinical experience, and discusses the option with the patient. Which framework is she using?
- (ANSWER)Evidence-based practice
What does fair-mindedness in critical thinking require? - (ANSWER)Considering opposing
viewpoints without bias.
Which characteristic is essential for a healthcare provider practicing critical thinking? -
(ANSWER)Open-mindedness
A critical thinker questions their own assumptions and conclusions. - (ANSWER)True
