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Critical thinking in the nursing curriculum.

M A Miller, N S Malcolm

    Nursing & Health Care : Official Publication of the National League for Nursing
    |February 1, 1990
    PubMed
    Summary

    Critical thinking in nursing education is more than content; it requires an inquiry attitude, knowledge, and application skills. Developing these essential nursing skills needs a comprehensive approach beyond simple instruction.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Healthcare Professional Development

    Background:

    • Increasing emphasis on critical thinking in nursing curricula is noted.
    • Concerns exist about critical thinking being treated as just another content unit.
    • Critical thinking is conceptualized as more than content, involving attitude, knowledge, and skills.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the multifaceted nature of critical thinking in nursing education.
    • To address faculty concerns regarding the integration and development of critical thinking skills.
    • To highlight the components of critical thinking: attitude, knowledge, and application skills.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of critical thinking in nursing.
    • Examination of the integration of critical thinking into the nursing curriculum.
    • Discussion of the inquiry-based approach for students and faculty.

    Main Results:

    • Critical thinking is defined as a combination of an inquiry attitude, knowledge base, and application skills.
    • An inquiry-based approach is essential for examining clinical and professional issues.
    • Faculty and students should actively search for more effective solutions.

    Conclusions:

    • Critical thinking is a vital, complex skill set for nursing professionals.
    • Effective development of critical thinking requires more than didactic content delivery.
    • There is no "how to" formula, necessitating a deeper pedagogical approach for faculty.

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