ENG2602 EXAM PACK 2024
Which information about the critical thinking process is correct?
A. Purposeful, self-regulatory judgement
B. Simplified thought process
C. Focuses on facts in the immediate present
D. Seen most frequently in the novice nurse - (ANSWER)A. Purposeful, self-regulatory
judgement
Critical thinking encompasses self-regulatory judgment that contributes to actively
conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information gathered. Critical
thinking avoids emotional reasoning and oversimplification. Respecting clarity and precision in
addition to looking at different points of view are present.
Which entity is based on the definition of critical thinking?
A. The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework
B. The Expert Consensus Statement
C. The American Philosophical Association
D. The Delphi Report - (ANSWER)A. The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework
The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework is grounded in the definition of critical thinking. It
is a mode of thinking by which the thinker improves their thinking skills by imposing intellectual
standards on the process.
Which trait allows the nurse to think critically?
A. Inclusion of personal belief in decision making
,B. Application of judgement that is based on assumptions
C. Ability to adapt to new information
D. Incorporation of straightforward reasoning - (ANSWER)C. Ability to adapt to new
information
A good critical thinker can adjust or adapt to new information and circumstances to make
informed decisions.
Which response would indicate that a nurse is practicing critical thinking?
A. "I have all the information I need."
B. "How do I know my assumptions are accurate?"
C. "I already know my view of the situation."
D. "Why would anyone question my assumptions about this patient?" - (ANSWER)B. "How do I
know my assumptions are accurate?"
A nurse should question their assumptions when thinking critically to ensure there are not any
other options that would be better for the situation they are facing.
Which action illustrates the practice of a nurse with astute critical thinking ability?
A. Practicing knowledgeable and up-to-date nursing skills
B. Adapting to new ways of practice in certain cases
C. Remaining firm on decisions previously made in their practice
D. Applying judgment based on previous experience with a similar patient - (ANSWER)A.
Practicing knowledgeable and up-to-date nursing skills
Nurses that have good critical thinking abilities are competent in their practice abilities and have
kept up to date on the most advanced ways to perform the skills necessary for strong nursing
care.
,In which manner would a nurse enhance their critical thinking skills?
A. Evading organized approaches to care
B. Continuing education through lifelong learning
C. Evading inquisitive approaches to care
D. Continuing to practice as taught in nursing school - (ANSWER)B. Continuing education
through lifelong learning
Lifelong learning enhances critical thinking skills by allowing a nurse to obtain current
knowledge of nursing practice.
The nurse will use which method to exhibit accountability for the implementation of critical
thinking skills? SATA
A. Intervening appropriately
B. Reviewing labs and notifying a physician when necessary
C. Administering unfamiliar medications as ordered
D. Determining the patient's needs appropriately
E. Asking another nurse to make decisions for their patient's care - (ANSWER)A. Intervening
appropriately
B. Reviewing labs and notifying a physician when necessary
D. Determining the patient's needs appropriately
Which behavior is exemplary of an expert nurse?
A. Focuses more on procedure instead of patient
B. Needs to follow clear cut rules
C. Can be hindered by confidence
D. Can comfortably rethink a procedure or skill - (ANSWER)D. Can comfortably rethink a
procedure or skill
, An expert nurse is open to new ways of performing skills especially when new knowledge has
come to light showing how and why it is beneficial to patient care.
Paul and Elder's "well-cultivated critical thinker" aligns with which description?
A. Recognizes alternative ways of seeing problems
B. Identifies questions and problems then formulates them clearly and precisely
C. Communicates effectively with others as solutions to complex problems are discovered
D. Arrives at conclusions and solutions that are well reasoned and tests them against relevant
standards
E. Gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas for interpretation
F. Assesses the assumptions, implications, and consequences of alternative views of problems -
(ANSWER)A. Recognizes alternative ways of seeing problems
B. Identifies questions and problems then formulates them clearly and precisely
C. Communicates effectively with others as solutions to complex problems are discovered
D. Arrives at conclusions and solutions that are well reasoned and tests them against relevant
standards
E. Gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas for interpretation
F. Assesses the assumptions, implications, and consequences of alternative views of problems
Which idea describes the process of reflective thinking?
A. A complex and purposeful process of using judgment to make informed decisions
B. An active process valuable in learning and changing behavior
C. The process of identifying a problem and solution
D. A process that is driven by the needs of patients and their families - (ANSWER)B. An active
process valuable in learning and changing behavior
Which information about the critical thinking process is correct?
A. Purposeful, self-regulatory judgement
B. Simplified thought process
C. Focuses on facts in the immediate present
D. Seen most frequently in the novice nurse - (ANSWER)A. Purposeful, self-regulatory
judgement
Critical thinking encompasses self-regulatory judgment that contributes to actively
conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information gathered. Critical
thinking avoids emotional reasoning and oversimplification. Respecting clarity and precision in
addition to looking at different points of view are present.
Which entity is based on the definition of critical thinking?
A. The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework
B. The Expert Consensus Statement
C. The American Philosophical Association
D. The Delphi Report - (ANSWER)A. The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework
The Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework is grounded in the definition of critical thinking. It
is a mode of thinking by which the thinker improves their thinking skills by imposing intellectual
standards on the process.
Which trait allows the nurse to think critically?
A. Inclusion of personal belief in decision making
,B. Application of judgement that is based on assumptions
C. Ability to adapt to new information
D. Incorporation of straightforward reasoning - (ANSWER)C. Ability to adapt to new
information
A good critical thinker can adjust or adapt to new information and circumstances to make
informed decisions.
Which response would indicate that a nurse is practicing critical thinking?
A. "I have all the information I need."
B. "How do I know my assumptions are accurate?"
C. "I already know my view of the situation."
D. "Why would anyone question my assumptions about this patient?" - (ANSWER)B. "How do I
know my assumptions are accurate?"
A nurse should question their assumptions when thinking critically to ensure there are not any
other options that would be better for the situation they are facing.
Which action illustrates the practice of a nurse with astute critical thinking ability?
A. Practicing knowledgeable and up-to-date nursing skills
B. Adapting to new ways of practice in certain cases
C. Remaining firm on decisions previously made in their practice
D. Applying judgment based on previous experience with a similar patient - (ANSWER)A.
Practicing knowledgeable and up-to-date nursing skills
Nurses that have good critical thinking abilities are competent in their practice abilities and have
kept up to date on the most advanced ways to perform the skills necessary for strong nursing
care.
,In which manner would a nurse enhance their critical thinking skills?
A. Evading organized approaches to care
B. Continuing education through lifelong learning
C. Evading inquisitive approaches to care
D. Continuing to practice as taught in nursing school - (ANSWER)B. Continuing education
through lifelong learning
Lifelong learning enhances critical thinking skills by allowing a nurse to obtain current
knowledge of nursing practice.
The nurse will use which method to exhibit accountability for the implementation of critical
thinking skills? SATA
A. Intervening appropriately
B. Reviewing labs and notifying a physician when necessary
C. Administering unfamiliar medications as ordered
D. Determining the patient's needs appropriately
E. Asking another nurse to make decisions for their patient's care - (ANSWER)A. Intervening
appropriately
B. Reviewing labs and notifying a physician when necessary
D. Determining the patient's needs appropriately
Which behavior is exemplary of an expert nurse?
A. Focuses more on procedure instead of patient
B. Needs to follow clear cut rules
C. Can be hindered by confidence
D. Can comfortably rethink a procedure or skill - (ANSWER)D. Can comfortably rethink a
procedure or skill
, An expert nurse is open to new ways of performing skills especially when new knowledge has
come to light showing how and why it is beneficial to patient care.
Paul and Elder's "well-cultivated critical thinker" aligns with which description?
A. Recognizes alternative ways of seeing problems
B. Identifies questions and problems then formulates them clearly and precisely
C. Communicates effectively with others as solutions to complex problems are discovered
D. Arrives at conclusions and solutions that are well reasoned and tests them against relevant
standards
E. Gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas for interpretation
F. Assesses the assumptions, implications, and consequences of alternative views of problems -
(ANSWER)A. Recognizes alternative ways of seeing problems
B. Identifies questions and problems then formulates them clearly and precisely
C. Communicates effectively with others as solutions to complex problems are discovered
D. Arrives at conclusions and solutions that are well reasoned and tests them against relevant
standards
E. Gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas for interpretation
F. Assesses the assumptions, implications, and consequences of alternative views of problems
Which idea describes the process of reflective thinking?
A. A complex and purposeful process of using judgment to make informed decisions
B. An active process valuable in learning and changing behavior
C. The process of identifying a problem and solution
D. A process that is driven by the needs of patients and their families - (ANSWER)B. An active
process valuable in learning and changing behavior
