Critical Thinking Skills for Person-Centered Care in Nursing Practice

This report provides a reflective analysis on the importance of critical thinking in healthcare, specifically focusing on its role in supporting person-centered care. The assignment begins with a personal self-reflection on a scenario observed during a nursing placement, highlighting issues of communication, abuse of power, and ethical considerations. The evaluation of the scenario reveals a communication gap and a lack of critical thinking on the part of the nurse. The analysis emphasizes the importance of confidence, ethical frameworks, and therapeutic relationships. Strategies for practice include enhancing theoretical knowledge, building relationships, and developing critical thinking skills. The conclusion stresses the need for nurses to improve their confidence, efficiency, and patient satisfaction through these strategies, using the reflective model to analyze ethical conflicts in clinical settings. The report also references several academic papers to support its arguments.