The nurse is looking at different strategies for learning and incorpor

The nurse is looking at different strategies for learning and incorporating new information into practice. A strategy that uses problem-solving is demonstrated by:

1. Repeatedly practicing vital signs until competence is achieved
2. Seeking information from the nurse manager on the client’s status
3. Reviewing Maslow’s hierarchy either in a textbook or on the internet
4. Trying different types of colostomy dressings for maximum therapeutic effect

ANSWER

ANS: 4
Trying various ways of resolving client’s health care needs or evaluating health care products, as in trying different types of colostomy dressings for maximum effect, is an example of the prob-lem-solving strategy for knowledge acquisition.
Practicing skills is an example of gaining experience to increase one’s knowledge.
Information-seeking is a strategy used to obtain knowledge from experts in a particular field.
Reviewing Maslow’s hierarchy in a reference textbook or on the internet is another example of acquiring knowledge through information-seeking.