NURS 444 Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
This course focuses on evidence-based practice and the research process in the development of nursing knowledge and in nursing practice. Ethical considerations and the protection of human subjects in research are explored. Emphasis is placed on the critical appraisal of research and application of findings to holistic nursing practice.
Co-requisites: STAT 201 or equivalent. Note: STAT 201 can be taken prior to or concurrent with NURS 444 but not after.
Prerequisites
Special information
3 Undergraduate credits
Effective May 8, 2019 to present
Learning outcomes
General
- Analyze the interrelationships between theory, practice, and research to guide holistic nursing care.
- Compare and contrast strengths and limitations of study designs commonly used in nursing research.
- Evaluate the strength of evidence in nursing research to improve patient outcomes.
- Explore ethical issues, including diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), related to evidence based nursing practice, nursing research and protection of human subjects
- Integrate research, clinical judgement, patient preferences, and interdisciplinary perspectives to apply evidence to holistic nursing care
Spring 2025
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Evidence-Based Nursing Practice | Morrison, Leslie Faith | Books for NURS-444-50 Spring 2025 | Course details for NURS-444-50 Spring 2025 |