Clinical Decision-Making and Critical Thinking
Nurses make hundreds of clinical decisions every shift, from when to escalate a concern to how to prioritise care. Clinical judgement, reasoning and critical thinking turn knowledge into safe, timely action.
At Nursing Science 2027, this research is presented mainly in the nursing education and research session. Educators and clinicians share how these skills are taught, measured and supported in practice.
Key Topics in Clinical Decision-Making and Critical Thinking
- Clinical judgement models in nursing
- Clinical reasoning and pattern recognition
- Critical thinking skills and assessment
- Prioritisation and delegation
- Escalation of care and speaking up
- Cognitive bias and diagnostic error
- Decision-making under pressure
- Teaching clinical reasoning to students
- Expert versus novice decision-making
- Clinical decision support tools
Recent Advances in Clinical Decision-Making and Critical Thinking
Nursing education is shifting towards measuring clinical judgement directly, using case-based questions and simulation. In fast-moving settings such as acute care, critical care and emergency nursing, structured tools help nurses recognise deterioration and act quickly.
Decision support tools powered by AI and emerging technologies in nursing are now offering suggestions at the bedside. Nurses must still weigh these alongside evidence based nursing and their own clinical judgement.
Who Should Attend
- Nurse educators and clinical instructors
- Clinical nurses and nurse practitioners
- Nursing students
- Simulation specialists
- Patient safety leads
- Researchers in clinical reasoning
Why Present Your Clinical Decision-Making Research
Nursing Science 2027 gives you an international audience for research on clinical judgement and reasoning. You can discuss difficult decisions with colleagues in nursing ethics, legal aspects and patient advocacy, where values and evidence meet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I present a study on teaching clinical judgement?
Yes. Education research on clinical reasoning and judgement is a key part of this topic.
Are studies on decision support tools welcome?
Yes. Evaluations of decision support in nursing practice are welcome.
Where is Nursing Science 2027?
Nursing Science 2027 takes place at Delta Hotels Heathrow Windsor in London, UK.