A nurse is thought of as being difficult to work with because of the attitude that his answers are always correct (even in differing situations) and that no other options can work
The nurse manager should counsel this nurse on developing the critical thinking disposition of
a. maturity.
b. open-mindedness.
c. self-confidence.
d. systematicity.
A
Maturity means judicious decision making in light of understanding that some situations will have several different options and that judgments need to be made in light of professional standards and individual contexts. This nurse does not display this disposition.
Open-mindedness is the disposition that allows people to realize their opinions may be biased and to be tolerant of divergent views.
Self-confidence is trust in one's own reasoning and decision-making processes and the ability to take a leadership stand in resolving problems.
Systematicity is an orderly approach toward inquiry.
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