NorQuest College NFDN 2008 Nursing Foundations VIII: Transition to Graduate Nursing: Key Terms and Concepts in Nursing Practice 2026 UPDATE
SLO 1: Define/Explain the Terms (from PowerPoint) Term
Definition (as per PowerPoint + Yoder-Wise)
Critical Thinking
The intellectually disciplined process of analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information from observation, experience, and communication to guide actions and beliefs (Scriven & Paul, 2007).
Decision / Decision Making
Choosing a preferred course of action among alternatives, based on values, priorities, and available data.
Empowerment
Enabling individuals to take initiative, make decisions, and feel a sense of control over their practice. It's a key leadership behavior.
Engaged Leadership
A relational, participatory leadership approach where the leader is emotionally present and actively fosters collaboration.
Problem / Problem Solving
A situation that requires intervention to bridge the gap between a current and desired state; problem-solving is a sequential, cognitive process to resolve it.
SLO 2: Compare Attributes to Lead, Follow, Manage Shared Attributes from PowerPoint: ● Emotional Intelligence