Spirit of Inquiry Discussion Reflection

Please reflect on the following statement, how will you apply a Spirit of Inquiry to your time as a nursing student, and as a professional nurse?

Spirit of inquiry is a persistent sense of curiosity that informs both learning and practice. A nurse infused by a spirit of inquiry will raise questions, challenge traditional and existing practices, and seek creative approaches to problem-solving. A spirit of inquiry suggests, to some degree, a childlike sense of wonder. A spirit of inquiry in nursing engenders innovative thinking and extends possibilities for discovering novel solutions in both predictable and unpredictable situations.

Provide a 500 word statement of reflection on what it means to you to be full of curiosity and a spirit of inquiry while you start your nursing education. How will this curiosity help you become a better nurse?