Description
This course prepares the student to apply research outcomes within the practice setting to resolve practice problems, work as a change agent, and disseminate the results of research. This course provides an opportunity to examine the generation of evidence for best practice, focusing on research evidence within a nursing theoretical perspective. An overview of the methods of scholarly inquiry are presented including quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, participative, and evaluation research designs. The emphasis is on the translation and evidence-based practice decision making in the identification of
phenomenon in the practice setting, evaluation of practice problems, and assessment of practice outcomes. (3 units; Spring)