NUR 604 - Nursing Research

The appraisal and use of research and other evidence to provide high quality health care, to initiate change, and to improve nursing practice are the foci for this course. Emphasis is on developing relevant clinical questions, searching for evidence, systematic appraisal of evidence, and determining whether and how to apply the findings. Commonly used research designs and ethical principles to ensure human subject protection are examined. Strategies for organizing evidence and implementing evidence-based practice changes are explored. This course is a prerequisite for NUR 658.

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Credits: 3

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Course Type: Nursing