Knowing when and how to use knowledge is referred to as:
a. procedural knowledge.
b. cognitive knowledge.
c. decision support system.
d. wisdom.
ANS: D
Wisdom is defined as the appropriate use of knowledge in managing or solving human problems. It is knowing when and how to use knowledge in managing patient need(s) or problem(s).
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