The document discusses the problem solving process and approach. It defines problem solving as overcoming difficulties to achieve goals. The process involves 6 sequential steps: 1) defining the problem, 2) analyzing the problem, 3) generating possible solutions, 4) analyzing solutions, 5) selecting and implementing the best solution, and 6) evaluating and revising the solution. It describes inductive and deductive approaches and discusses using problem solving skills in nursing to develop critical thinking and help patients.

1. PROBLEM SOLVING PROCESS
AND APPROACH
PROBLEM SOLVING PROCESS
AND APPROACH

2. DEFINITION
The problem solving is a process of overcoming
difficulties that appear to interfere with the
attainment of goal.
(SKINNER)

3. The problem solving is a systematic approach
to the solution or alleviation of problems
characterised by sequential execution of the
following observation through action process.

4. PURPOSE
• Train the students in the act of reasoning.
• Gain and improve the knowledge
• Solve puzzling question
• Overcome the obstacles in the attainment of
objectives.

5. APPROACHES
•INDUCTIVE APPROACH
It is the process of developing generalization from
specific observations
•DEDUCTIVE APPROACH
It is the process of developing specific predictions from
general principles

7. PROBLEM
SOLVING
PROCESS
PROBLEM
DEFINITION
PROBLEM
ANALYSIS
GENERATIN
G PROBLEM
SOLUTIONS
ANALYSING
THE
SOLUTION
SELECTING
BEST
SOLUTION
AND
IMPLEMENT
ATION
EVALUATIO
N AND
REVISION

8. 1 ) PROBLEM DEFINITION:
The normal process for solving a problem
initially involves defining the problem that is to
be solved. In this first stage there is a need to
write down what exactly the problem entails,
which helps to identify the real problem that is
under study and needs an immediate solution.
This is considered as most essential step of the
problem-solving process

9. 2)PROBLEM ANALYSIS:
• Analyse how the problem affects the researcher and his or her
Current situation and the other people involved in the
situation.
• The analysis helps in understanding the source of the
problem and how it affects the current developments and the
researcher’s environment.
• It is often good to reconfirm, if the initial problem definition
is still valid.

10. 3) GENERATING POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS:
•Focus must be on identifying and
generating all possible solutions for a
problem. Each potential idea for solution
of a problem must be considered without
discarding it through value judgement

11. 4) ANALYSING THE SOLUTIONS
Various factors about each of the potential
solutions are investigated, wherein all the
positive and negative aspects of each solution
are analysed.

12. 5) SELECTING THE BEST SOLUTION
AND IMPLEMENTATION
•Best solution is selected based on the careful
judgement, which is supposed to solve the
problem swiftly and smoothly.
•The final step of the problem-solving
process is to practically solve the problem by
implementing the selected solution

13. 6) EVALUATION AND REVISION
Evaluation is made to judge the effectiveness
of the solution in resolving the problem. This
stage also helps to redefine the problem and
revise the problem-solving process In case the
initial solution fails to manage the problem
effectively.

14. PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

15. • Develop ability to analyze the problem and to take
proper judgement/solution in the critical condition that
encounter in the clinical setting.
• Problem solving method also helps the students to
solve this problem in real life situation without
much stress.
USES OF PROBLEM SOLVING IN
NURSING

16. • It helps the student to solve the similar problem in
future with confidence.
• It develops critical thinking of pupil.
• In the class/group it will develop mutual
understanding among the group members.
• It helps the care giver/nurse to develop a skill to help
the patient.
• Develop ability in nurse to select the problem solving
strategy according to patient’s abilities and life style

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