Which of the following involves obtaining and using information by asking who, what, when, where and how?
a. disciplined thinking c. problem solving
b. critical thinking d. nursing process
B
Critical thinking is the process of uncovering and clarifying information to make accurate judgments. Problem solving and critical thinking skills learned during the student educational experience are the basis of providing safe, quality client care. Critical thinking involves obtaining and using information by asking: who, what, when, where, and how. Critical thinking also asks if the information is true, accurate, and if variables have a bearing on the data collected.
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