Critical-thinking nurses must develop which of the following specific attitudes or traits? (Select all that apply.)
______ Independence
______ Egocentricity
______ Intellectual humility
______ Fair-mindedness
______ Acceptance of rituals
______ Perseverance
______ Confidence
Correct Answer: Independence; Intellectual humility; Fair-mindedness; Perseverance; Confidence
Rationale : Attitudes that foster critical thinking include independence, fair-mindedness, insight into egocentricity (which is open to the possibility that biases or social pressures and customs may affect one's thinking), intellectual humility, intellectual courage to challenge (not accept) the status quo and rituals, integrity, perseverance, confidence, and curiosity.
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