The level of critical thinking skills of nursing students at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Kuantan, Pahang

Ruslan, Aisyah and Ruslan, Rusila (2024) The level of critical thinking skills of nursing students at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Kuantan, Pahang. International Journal of Care Scholars, 7 (3). pp. 92-96. ISSN 2600-898X

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Abstract

Background: Critical thinking is a vital competence in the nursing profession, essential for providing safer and higher-quality patient care. The rapid evolution and constant changes in the healthcare industry necessitate a teaching and learning environment that offers ample opportunities for students to engage in activities that enhance critical thinking, beyond traditional role-playing methods. This study aims to assess the level of critical thinking among undergraduate nursing students at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Kuantan Campus, Pahang, Malaysia. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey. Participants were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The brief version of the Critical Thinking Disposition Inventory (CTDI-CV) questionnaire was utilized. All undergraduate students at the Kulliyyah of Nursing were invited to complete the survey online. The data were analysed using ChiSquare and descriptive statistics. Results: A total of 152 students participated in the online survey. Results showed that 54.6% of respondents demonstrated strong critical thinking ability, with a mean critical thinking score of 72.14. Analysis of the socio-demographic profiles showed a significant correlation between the level of critical thinking and gender and year of study with p-values of 0.018 and 0.038 respectively. Conclusion: The study highlights the need for more effective teaching strategies specifically designed to promote critical thinking skills in nursing students.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Level of critical thinking; Nursing students; Nursing education; Problem based learning
Subjects:	R Medicine > RT Nursing > RT71 Study and Teaching R Medicine > RT Nursing > RT82 Nursing As A Profession
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	UNSPECIFIED
Depositing User:	Rusila Ruslan
Date Deposited:	30 Dec 2024 16:19
Last Modified:	17 Mar 2025 12:39
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/117601

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