by M. Gaie Rubenfeld, Barbara Scheffer
Critical Thinking TACTICS for Nurses: Achieving IOM Competencies, Third Edition is a user-friendly and practical manual focusing on the day-to-day realities of doing, learning, and evaluating critical thinking in nursing. With clear examples of both the parts and the whole of this complex process, each chapter includes action learning activities to promote critical thinking: Tracking, Assessing, and Cultivating Thinking to Improve Competency-based Strategies or TACTICS. Issues addressed include critical thinking language and awareness enhancement, the impact of critical thinking on quality care, mentoring the critical thinking of staff and students, and designing performance criteria for critical thinking. Based on the authors’ research in both defining and assessing critical thinking in nursing, this text also draws from their years of refining critical thinking teaching and learning methods.

Completely updated and revised, the new edition offers critical thinking components combined with the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) five core competencies: patient-centered care, interdisciplinary teamwork, evidence-based practice, informatics, and quality improvement. New to this edition are updated case studies, new illustrations, new content on how to facilitate synthesis of high-level critical thinking, additional content on critical thinking within the nursing process, increased TACTICS, and new appendices to assist with the assessment of critical thinking.

Introduction

Critical thinking is an essential skill for nurses in today’s healthcare system. As healthcare becomes more complex and fast-paced, nurses need to be able to think critically and make informed decisions to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. In their book, Critical Thinking TACTICS for Nurses: Achieving IOM Competencies, authors M. Gaie Rubenfeld and Barbara Scheffer provide a comprehensive guide to critical thinking in nursing, focusing on the practical application of critical thinking skills in everyday nursing practice.

Critical Thinking TACTICS for Nurses takes a hands-on approach to teaching critical thinking. Each chapter includes action learning activities that promote critical thinking, allowing readers to apply what they have learned to real-life scenarios. The authors emphasize the importance of tracking, assessing, and cultivating thinking to improve competency-based strategies, or TACTICS. By developing these skills, nurses can enhance the quality of care they provide and improve patient outcomes.

Review

This book is an invaluable resource for nurses at all levels of experience. The authors cover a wide range of topics related to critical thinking, including language and awareness enhancement, the impact of critical thinking on quality care, mentoring the critical thinking of staff and students, and designing performance criteria for critical thinking. The authors draw on their own research and experience in teaching critical thinking to provide practical, evidence-based strategies that can be easily implemented in practice.

One of the strengths of this book is the integration of the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) five core competencies into the discussion of critical thinking. The IOM’s competencies, which include patient-centered care, interdisciplinary teamwork, evidence-based practice, informatics, and quality improvement, are essential for providing high-quality, patient-centered care. By incorporating these competencies into the book, the authors demonstrate how critical thinking is not only a standalone skill, but also a crucial component of these broader competencies.

The new edition of Critical Thinking TACTICS for Nurses has been completely updated and revised to reflect the latest research and best practices in critical thinking. The authors have included updated case studies, new illustrations, and additional content on how to facilitate the synthesis of high-level critical thinking. They also provide guidance on incorporating critical thinking into the nursing process, ensuring that critical thinking becomes an integral part of the nursing workflow.

One of the most valuable features of this book is the focus on TACTICS for assessing and improving critical thinking. The authors provide practical strategies and tools for tracking and evaluating critical thinking skills, allowing nurses to monitor their own progress and identify areas for improvement. The included appendices provide additional resources for assessing critical thinking, making this book a comprehensive guide for both educators and practitioners.

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If you are a nurse looking to enhance your critical thinking skills, Critical Thinking TACTICS for Nurses: Achieving IOM Competencies is a must-read. This book provides a clear and practical framework for developing and refining critical thinking skills, with a focus on the day-to-day realities of nursing practice. Whether you are a new graduate or a seasoned nurse, this book will help you improve the quality of care you provide and make a positive impact on patient outcomes. Order your copy today and take your nursing practice to the next level.

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