Module 1
discussion
Clinical Judgment
Clinical Judgment is the process of integrating
evidence-based practice, critical-thought, the Nursing Process, knowledge,
skills, and attitudes, as well as application of theory to practice in order to
promote safe, quality care to clients in all settings.
Keeping that in mind, answer the following scenario:
You are the Charge Nurse in a large Urban Emergency
Department (ED). You nursing staff include:
RN with 12 years of Trauma ED experience
New RN with 6 months ED experience
RN from the Medical Surgical floor with 8 years of
experience
The following patients are in the ED, which patient will you
give to each of the nurses and why?
A 76-year-old client who was involved in a motor vehicle
accident and has hematuria.
A 38-year-old client with kidney stones complaining of
severe pain.
A 24-year-old diabetic client with an acute urinary tract
infection who will require discharge teaching.
An 80-year-old client that has not had a bowel movement for
4 days.
Please make an initial post by midweek, and respond to at
least two other student’s posts with substantial details that demonstrate an
understanding of the concepts, and critical thinking. Remember that your posts
must exhibit appropriate writing mechanics including using proper language,
cordiality, and proper grammar and punctuation. If you refer to any outside
sources or reference materials be sure to provide proper attribution and/or
citation.
