The nurse is discussing with the patient a variety of options that can be used to help alleviate a health problem. The step of the critical thinking process that the nurse and patient are currently engaged in would be:
1. Generation of alternatives.
2. Collection of information.
3. Evaluation.
4. Analysis of the situation.
Generation of alternatives.
Rationale: Generation of alternatives is when options are identified and priorities are established. The nurse and patient work together to discuss the options so the patient can make an informed decision. Collection of information begins with the interview and continues throughout the entire health assessment. Evaluation is the last step and is done to determine if the expected outcomes have been achieved. Analysis of the situation is done after the collection of information and helps distinguish normal from abnormal findings.
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