The nurse feels strongly that the patient may be suffering from physical abuse.The nurse reports the situation to protective services even though the physician insists that the patient is simply accident-prone.Which component of critical thinking leads the nurse to file the report even though the physician believes it is not needed?

A) Fairness
B) Creativity
C) Discipline
D) Confidence

Physical Abuse

The infliction of bodily injury or harm intentionally by another person, which can include hitting, burning, or any other physical attack.

Critical Thinking

The process of actively analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information gathered from observation, experience, reflection, or communication.

Confidence

The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities.