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Critical thinking means using analytic and interpretive skills,
and applying knowledge to real situations.
Fous on the immediate question.
Focus on understanding answer rationales (process thinking) as opposed
to simply relying on the recall of memorized facts.
Focus on: The question format - there are usually 2 types of question
formats. If you have not already done so, check these out on the
website when you have finished this page.
Is there a sequence of human development?
What is the length of the disease process (acute or chronic)?
Many questions require that you pay attention to essential concepts,
for they will help you prioritize your care.
What are Associated Essential Concepts in test questions? If you
have narrowed your answer down to two possible correct answers,
check to see if these associated essential concepts can be used
to help you come to the most correct answer.
Although there are others, most frequently used are these:
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: (for example, physiologic need
takes priority over safety, love, belonging needs).
2. Kubler-Ross’ death/dying or loss Theory.
3. The ABCs of airway, breathing, circulation, and safety.
4. Internal versus external factors.
5. Acute versus chronic versus terminal.
Apply the Nursing Process to all study, review, and test questions:
Remember - Assess, Diagnose, Plan, Implement, and Evaluate.
It takes time and persistence to develop the ability to critically
think in nursing. Keep working and practicing. Do as many sample
test questions and case historiesas possible. You will eventually
get it!
"Nothing in this
world can take the place of persistence.
Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with
talent.
Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.
Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.
Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."
Calvin
Coolidge
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