Basic to the ability to apply critical thinking, the nurse must have:
a. unshakable beliefs and values.
b. an open attitude.
c. the ability to disregard evidence inconsis-tent with set goals.
d. the ability to recognize the perfect solu-tion.
B
An open attitude not clouded by unshakable beliefs and values or preset goals allows the applica-tion of critical thinking. Acceptance that there may not be a perfect solution leaves the field open to new ideas.
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