The nurse desires to improve critical thinking skills when providing client care. On which attributes should the nurse focus when developing these skills?
1. Independence
2. Egocentricity
3. Intellectual humility
4. Fair-mindedness
5. Confidence
6. Perseverance
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
Rationale: Attributes that foster critical thinking include independence.
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