Leadership and sponsorship

Sample Answer

Part 1: Detailed Mind Map Outline: Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process

Below is a hierarchical outline that you can use to construct your mind map. You can use any mind mapping software (like XMind, FreeMind, MindMeister) or even draw it by hand.

Central Idea: Critical Thinking & The Nursing Process

I. Critical Thinking

A. Definition
    1. Purposeful, self-regulatory judgment
    2. Interpretation, analysis, evaluation, inference, explanation, self-regulation
B. Key Elements/Skills
    1. Interpretation (understanding meaning of data)
    2. Analysis (examining ideas, identifying arguments)
    3. Inference (drawing conclusions)
    4. Explanation (justifying reasoning)
    5. Evaluation (assessing credibility, relevance, logical strength)
    6. Self-Regulation (self-correction, reflection)
C. Attitudes/Habits of Mind
    1. Inquisitiveness
    2. Open-mindedness
    3. Flexibility
    4. Systematicity
    5. Self-confidence
    6. Perseverance
    7. Intellectual integrity