Critical Thinking and Writing in Nursing

Critical thinking and writing is central to effective nursing practice. Written specifically for nursing students, this book offers practical guidance on what it means to think critically as a nurse and how to apply this to study and practice.  From critically reviewing literature for assessments to evaluating evidence to support decision-making in practice, the book provides a unique framework for developing essential critical skills.

Key features
¿ Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards
¿ Includes new guidance on developing resilience, reflective essays and practice templates and portfolios           
¿ Filled with activities and student case studies demonstrating how to apply critical thinking and reflection in practice
¿ Innovative approach that introduces the different levels of critical thinking and reflection required of degree level study
 

About the author

Bob Price is a healthcare education and training consultant. Formerly, he was Director, Postgraduate Awards in Advancing Healthcare Practice at the Open University. A passionate educator, Bob has assisted students at every level from pre-registration programmes of study up to and including Doctor of Philosophy. Bob’s doctoral thesis was on the negotiation of learning and strategies used by students and tutors to develop scholarly and professional forms of expression.

Summary

Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards and filled with practical activities and case studies, this book develops the critical thinking and writing skills required of nursing students to succeed in their studies and practice.

Product details

• Authors: Bob Price, Price Bob
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 21.02.2024
• EAN: 9781529666595
• ISBN: 978-1-5296-6659-5
• No. of pages: 216
• Series: Transforming Nursing Practice Series
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; MEDICAL / Nursing / Fundamentals & Skills, MEDICAL / Nursing / Research & Theory, Nursing research & theory, Nursing fundamentals and skills, Nursing research and theory, For undergraduate education and equivalents, Textbook, coursework, Nursing fundamentals & skills