1. What is the purpose of clinical reasoning in nursing

practice?

a) To apply evidence-based knowledge to patient care

b) To diagnose and treat diseases and disorders

c) To make decisions and take actions based on patient data

d) To evaluate and improve the quality of care

*Answer: c) To make decisions and take actions based on

patient data

Rationale: Clinical reasoning is the process of collecting,

interpreting, and integrating patient data to make decisions

and take actions that are appropriate for the patient's

situation and preferences.

2. What is the difference between clinical reasoning and

clinical judgement?

a) Clinical reasoning is the cognitive process, while clinical

judgement is the outcome

b) Clinical reasoning is the outcome, while clinical

judgement is the cognitive process

c) Clinical reasoning is the application of knowledge, while

clinical judgement is the application of skills

d) Clinical reasoning is the application of skills, while

clinical judgement is the application of knowledge

*Answer: a) Clinical reasoning is the cognitive process,