The Pearson RED Model

An Interactive Critical Thinking Framework for Clinical Nursing & Judgment

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RECOGNIZE ASSUMPTIONS EVALUATE ARGUMENTS DRAW CONCLUSIONS R · E · D

Recognize Assumptions

This means separating fact from fiction or unverified opinion. In high-pressure clinical settings, it is deceptively easy to hear an update, look at a chart, or speak to colleagues and take certain elements for granted without confirming objective clinical evidence.

Real Case Nursing Scenarios