Thinking and critical thinking Flashcards
(27 cards)
Describe what thinking is.
The action of using your mind to produce ideas, decisions, and memories
- personal and automatic
- involves creation of images
- complex, multifaceted, dynamic
describe the think acronym that attempts to explain how we think.
T = total recall (memory H = habit (automatic processing) I = inquiry (questions, seeking solutions) N = new ideas K = knowledge of self
What are some aspects of the knowledge of self (K) part of the think acronym?
metacognition
self reflection
knowing strengths
Describe the whole brain model of thinking.
It is a circle divided into quadrants. Top 2 are cerebral, bottom to are limbic, then L brain on left two and R brain for R two
A D
B C
A: logical, analytic, facts, quantitative
B: organized, sequential, planned detailed
C: interpersonal, feeling based, kinesthetic emotional
D: holistic, intuitive, creative
Describe the characteristics of thinking of the L brain in the whole brain model.
- decision making
- focus on facts and details
- language, planning, organizing
Describe the characteristics of the R brain in the whole brain model.
- intuitive and consensual
- decisions gov’d by what feels right
- thoughts are in images and metaphors
What does the white hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
FACTS:
neutral, objective information
what does the red hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
EMOTIONS:
hunches, intuition, gut feelings
what does the black hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
CRITIC:
analyst, logical negative
What does the yellow hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
SUNSHINE:
optimism, logical positive
what does the green hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
CREATIVE:
growth, possibilities, ideas
what does the blue hat of de bono’s 6 thinking hats represent?
COOL:
agenda, process, organizer, overview, decisions
What are some obstacles to effective thinking?
- habits and ruts
- Excessive anxiety
- Sleep deprivation
- Lack of energy
Describe the difference between critical thinking and normal thinking.
THINKING is ANY mental activity
CRITICAL THINKING: is purposeful, controlled, and goal directed
Define critical thinking.
the process by which RNs make clinical judgements about pt’s needs, concerns, and problems to direct action
What are the characteristics of a critical thinker?
Perseverance Creativity Curiosity Integrity Humility
What are some communications skills that enhance critical thinking?
Understanding (bidirectional)
Trustworthy
Nurturing personality
Effective reading and writing skills
what are some situational factors that can influence critical thinking ability?
- anxiety, stress, fatigue
- awareness of risks (helps develop plan, but can increase stress)
- knowledge of factors
- awareness of resources
- positive reinforcement
- evaluative or judgemental styles
- time limitations
- environmental distractions
Identify some barriers to CT
self focusing competition tunnel vision choosing only one face saving Resistance to change conformity stereotyping self-deception
In general, how does CT enhance the nursing process?
enables nurses to take action based on reason, clinical judgement
How does critical thinking impact assessment?
helps nurse to know what to assess
- determines relevant questions
- analysis
How does critical thinking impact nursing diagnoses?
gives reasoning skills to develop one
How does critical thinking impact goals in the nursing process?
gives ability to prioritize
How does critical thinking impact implementation in the nursing process?
allows for a systematic research based approach
