NUR 401: Health Related Research and Evidence-Based Practice

3 credits

Introduces students to the conduct of research; research sources, utilization, and dissemination; as well as concepts and principles of evidence-based practice (EBP) as a way to improve nursing practice and healthcare outcomes. Focus of the course is on developing clinical EBP questions; conducting a literature review; and to appraise and apply current, reliable research findings n clinical practice. Standards for the conduct of ethical research in qualitative and quantitative research designs are also reviewed. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Prerequisite(s): >2.5 GPA; College level statistics course.
Co-requisite(s): None.