The nurse has finished a shift and is on the way home. During the shift, one of the patients attempted to climb out of bed and fell. When the nurse is returning home and is thinking about what could have been done differently to be prevent the fall, this would be an example of what concept?

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Reflection is an effective tool that enables students and nurses to think about how best to improve their future caregiving in similar situations. The results of deliberate thinking are used to guide further thinking. Identification and use of evidence is necessary to guide analysis of situations and decision making. Nursing practice must be based on evidence gained through research and review of findings. Some personal characteristics are associated with critical thinking. Critical thinking needs to be assessed and evaluated according to standards to ensure the quality of thinking. Nursing practice is based on standards established by the American Nurses Association in areas such as the nursing process, ethics, education, research, communication, leadership, and collaboration.

The Nurse Has Finished a Shift and Is on the Way