Critical thought is:
a. a disciplined, rational, and self-directed activity that uses standards and criteria.
b. an intuitive process that relies only on the nurse's experience.
c. a persuasive process leading to sound decisions.
d. a reactive process after an intervention is completed.
A
Critical thought is a disciplined, rational, and self-directed activity that uses standards and crite-ria. Critical thought assists the nurse in making more effective clinical decisions. The nurse who engages in critical thought will meet more of the patient's needs and effect positive patient out-comes.
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