Nurses use several angles to approach problems, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Looking at others' perspectives.
2. Using observations.
3. Applying theories and models.
4. Using opinions.
5. Monitoring.
1,2,3
Rationale 1: Looking at others' points of view is an element of thought used to approach problems.
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