PROBLEM
SOLVING
Problem Solving
• Arriving at decisions based on prior knowledge and
reasoning.
• A systematic approach to defining the problem and
creating a vast number of possible solutions without
judging these solution.
• In this approach, possible solutions are carefully
evaluated & one of them is chosen for
implementation.
• The situation is carefully monitored over time to
ensure the initial & continued effectiveness of the
solution.
• Therefore, problem solving for one situation
contributes to the nurse’s knowledge for problem
solving in other similar situations
Purpose of Problem Solving
• Train the students in the act of reasoning
• Gain and improve the knowledge
• Solve puzzling question
• Overcome the obstacles in the attainment of
objectives
Problem Solving Process
1. Problem definition
2. Problem analysis
3. Generating possible solutions
4. Analyzing the solutions
5. Selecting the best solutions
6. Implementing the solution
7. Evaluation & revision
• In this first step, there is a need to write down
what exactly the problem entails, which helps
Problem to identify the real problem that is under study
& needs an immediate solution.
definition
• To analysis how the problem affects the
researcher & his or her current situation &
other people involved in the situation.
Problem • The gravity of the problem & all the factors
that are contributing to the problem are
analysis determined
• Focus must be on identifying & generating all
possible solutions for a problem.
Generating • Each potential idea for solution of a problem
possible must be considered without discarding it
through value judgment
solutions
• Various factors about each of the potential
solutions are investigated, wherein all the
positive & negative aspects of each solution
Analyzing the
are analyzed.
solutions
• An attempt is made to compare the available
solutions, & eventually the best solutions is
Selecting the selected based on the careful judgment.
best solutions
• The final step of the problem-solving process
is to practically solve the problem by
Implementing implementing the selected solutions.
the solutions
• After implementation of the most potential
solution, an evaluation is made to judge
the effectiveness of the solution in
resolving the problem.
Evaluation
• It also helps to redefine the problem &
and revision revise the problem solving process in case
the initial solution fails to manage the
problem effectively.
Group activity
• Group- 1
• Group- 2
Clarify what the
Problem problem is about
Solving Skills
Brainstorm Clarify what the
out ideas problem is about
Plan out what
you are going to do
Try another Try out your
plan plan YES
Does it solve
the problem?
NO
Uses of Problem Solving in Nursing
• 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.
• 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 pt.
• Develop ability in nurse to select the problem solving
strategy according to patient’s abilities and life style
Advantages of Problem Solving
• This approach is most effective in developing skill in
employing the science processes.
• The scientific method can likewise be used
effectively in other non-science subjects. It is a
general procedure in finding solutions to daily
occurrences that urgently need to be addressed.
• The student’s active involvement resulting in
meaningful experiences serves as a strong
motivation to follow the scientific procedure in future
undertakings.
• Problem-solving develops higher level thinking skills.
• A keen sense of responsibility, originality and
resourcefulness are developed, which are much-
needed ingredients for independent study.
• The students become appreciative and grateful for the
achievement of scientists.
• Critical thinking, open-mindedness and wise judgment
are among scientific attitudes and values inculcated
through competence in the scientific method.
• The students learn to accept the opinions and evidence
shared by others.
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