ATI Critical Thinking 2

Question 1

A nurse notices a patient's blood pressure dropped from 120/80 to 90/60 after a new medication. What critical thinking step should occur FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Recognize and analyze the change as a potential cue

Answer

Recognizing and analyzing a significant cue is the first step before acting.

Question 2

Which question best reflects evaluating the reliability of a source of clinical information?

Accepted Answer

Is the information current and evidence-based?

Answer

Reliable clinical information must be current and supported by evidence.

Question 3

A patient report contains both objective and subjective data. Which is an example of objective data?

Accepted Answer

Temperature of 101.4°F

Answer

Objective data is measurable, like a recorded temperature.

Question 4

When two interventions seem equally valid, critical thinking requires the nurse to:

Accepted Answer

Weigh risks and benefits for the specific patient

Answer

Comparing risks and benefits for the individual guides sound decisions.

Question 5

Inductive reasoning in clinical practice involves:

Accepted Answer

Forming a general conclusion from specific observations

Answer

Inductive reasoning builds general conclusions from specific cues.

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