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    Argumentation is a valuable method for enhancing critical thinking skills in nursing education. This approach helps learners develop complex decision-making and problem-solving abilities essential for effective patient care.

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    • Nursing Education
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    Background:

    • Caring is a complex nursing activity requiring critical thinking for decision-making and problem-solving.
    • Facilitating critical thinking is essential in nursing education for diverse patient care settings.

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    • To develop guidelines for implementing argumentation in nursing education.

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  • Argumentation effectively facilitates critical thinking development in nursing learners.
  • Integration of findings with literature led to the formulation of practical guidelines.

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    • Argumentation is a viable methodology for enhancing critical thinking in nursing education.
    • The developed guidelines can support educators in implementing this approach.
    • Improved critical thinking skills are crucial for competent and ethical nursing practice.