NURS 3351 - Research & Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

CIP Code: 51.3801
Credit(s): 3
Scholarly exchange prepares the baccalaureate nurse to understand the language of research and the scientific process through evaluation of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method research methodology as a foundation for evidence-based practice in the healthcare setting. This course will investigate research methods and findings and promote appraisal skills to support evidence-based, patient-centered care, quality improvement, and safety outcomes. 1. Integrate knowledge, skills, and abilities gained from personal experiential learning, prerequisite, and co-requisite courses in the program of study.
2. Address the role of research in providing evidence-based delivery of safe patient-centered care.
3. Apply legal and ethical standards in evaluating and applying research to provide evidence-based practice.
4. Compare and contrast quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods research methodologies, and the contributions of each to evidence-based nursing practice.
5. Appraise research and evidence-based practices as a means to support patient outcomes.
6. Analyze protocols to evaluate patient care indicators and outcomes of evidence-based initiatives to support patient outcomes.
7. Analyze future implications for nursing research as a foundation for evidence-based practice to enhance nursing as a profession.