NURS 344 - Nursing Research for Evid-Bsd Pract

3 Credit Hours
3 Lecture Hours
0 Laboratory Hours

Focuses on comparison of qualitative and quantitative nursing research with emphasis on the basic research process as the foundation for evidence-based nursing practice and identifying systems to determine validity and reliability of research. Application includes understanding of key research terminology, use of research techniques to monitor nurse sensitive client care indicators and leadership outcomes, and critical appraisal skills to become competent research consumers. Pre-requisite: admission to Nursing Program or permission from Director of Nursing.