Asked by Alysann Lloyd on Jun 26, 2024
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Which of these findings,if identified in a plan of care,should the registered nurse revise because it is not characteristic of critical thinking and the nursing process?
A) Patient's reactions to diagnostic testing.
B) Nurse's assumptions about hospital discharge.
C) Identification of five different nursing diagnoses.
D) Documentation of patient's ability to cope with loss.
Critical Thinking
The goal-oriented examination and assessment of a matter to establish an opinion.
Nursing Process
A systematic, patient-centered approach used by nurses to identify and treat patient health needs, consisting of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Registered Nurse
A healthcare professional licensed to practice nursing, including the provision of patient care, education, and support.
- Understand critical thinking and its characteristics in nursing practice.
- Apply the nursing process effectively in patient care.
Verified Answer
JH
Jiayi HuangJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The nurse should not assume when a patient is going to be discharged and document this information in a plan of care.Making assumptions is not an example of a critical thinking skill.The patient's reactions to testing,having several nursing diagnoses,and a description of the patient's coping abilities are all appropriate to document in the nursing plan of care.
Learning Objectives
- Understand critical thinking and its characteristics in nursing practice.
- Apply the nursing process effectively in patient care.