Which action would a nurse leader most likely take when using critical thinking skills to address the problem of limited access to health care by low-income families in a community?
a. Use assertiveness when working with community leaders.
b. Read an evidence-based practice article about the problem.
c. Form a coalition to brainstorm effective methods to address the problem.
d. Promote diversity in the workplace by hiring minorities.
C
Critical thinking includes analyzing and synthesizing data, using knowledge and values in mak-ing judgments, and using creative approaches in decision making and problem solving.
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