Which of the following are reasons the nursing process and critical thinking are included in the LPN/LVN curriculum? (Select all that apply.)
a. Both are needed to identify patient problems, issues, and risks.
b. They foster making evidence-based judgments.
c. Clearer communication between RN and LPN can take place.
d. Job stress and burnout are diminished.
e. Patient safety is adversely affected.
ANS: A, B, C
The nursing process provides a reasoning model for use in planning and implementing care. This model requires the use of critical thinking skills. Diminishing job stress and burnout and adverse effects on patients' safety are not reasons the nursing process and critical thinking are included in the LPN/LVN curriculum. Job stress and burnout have not been directly associated with use of the nursing process or critical thinking. The aim of both the nursing process and critical thinking is to promote patient safety.
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