Importance of Critical Thinking

Cellanie P. Janson,RN

Objectives

At the end of the discussion we will be able to: Determine the importance of critical thinking in nursing Know the importance of critical thinking in other aspects Identify the different Intellectual Standards of critical thinking

Question

CRITICAL THINKING... Why is it important in nursing?

Critical Thinking
Solve the problem

Reconstruct, Innovate and Develop

Safe and quality of Care

Points related to importance of developing critical thinking

A high-performance workplace requires workers who have a solid foundation in thinking skills. In all settings nurses must take on new responsibilities, collaborate with diverse individuals, and make more independent decisions.

Points related to importance of developing critical thinking

Critical thinking is the key to preventing and resolving problems. Key player in designing and implementing more effective and efficient health care systems.

Points related to importance of developing critical thinking

The complexity of care today requires knowledgeable individuals who are thought oriented rather than taskoriented. Critical thinking is crucial to passing tests that demonstrate that you re qualified to practice nursing

Rewards of learning to think CRITICALLY

Gain confidence Be safe and autonomous Improve patient outcomes and your own job satisfaction

Importance of Critical Thinking (Philosophy)

Critical thinking is a domaingeneral thinking skill Critical thinking is very important in the new knowledge economy. Critical thinking enhances language and presentation skills

Importance of Critical Thinking (Philosophy)

Critical thinking promotes creativity Critical thinking is crucial for self-reflection

Why is Critical Thinking Important? (Education)

To learn is to think. To think poorly is to learn poorly. To think well is to learn well. All content, to be learned, must be intellectually constructed. Memorizing IS NOT learning. Underlies reading, writing, speaking, and listening . . . the basic elements of communication, learning and education

Why is Critical Thinking Important? (Education)

Helps us uncover bias and prejudice Is a path to freedom form half-truths, prejudice and deceptions Creates the willingness to change one point of view as we continue to examine and reexamine ideas that may seem obvious.
Takes time and the willingness to say three essential words: I don't know. Enables us to distinguish between fact and opinion, ask good questions, make detailed observations, uncover assumptions and define their terms, and make assertions based on sound logic and solid evidence

Universal Intellectual Standards

Standards Clarity Accuracy Relevance Logicalness Breadth Precision Significance Completeness Fairness Depth Sample Question
What is an example of this? How can I find out if that is true? How does that help me with the issue? Does that follow from the evidence? Do I need to consider another point of view? Can I be more specific? Which of these facts is more important? Have I missed any important aspects? Am I considering the thinking of others? What make this a difficult problem?

Thank You!