A nurse is learning how to operate a new ventilator that the hospital is considering to purchase. Many of the functions available on the old model are also available on the new, and the setup is quite similar between the two machines
In this case, the nurse is utilizing a ___________ order of critical-thinking skill.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: lower
Rationale : Psychomotor skills in nursing often involve minimal thinking, such as operating a familiar piece of equipment or, in this case, a newer model of a familiar piece of equipment. Higher order skills of critical thinking are put into play as soon as a new idea is encountered or a less-than-routine decision must be made.
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