NUR 40304 - Nursing Research Evidence Based Practice

This course provides basic content on nursing research’s role and use in day-to-day practice settings. The steps of the research process and major research approaches are presented. Students study and critique selected examples of nursing research. Retrieval of library information is reviewed. Utilization of computerized statistical packages is introduced. Students design a small investigative study that has implications for nursing.

Offered: Spring

Semester Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the RN-BSN program. Active and valid RN license (Ohio or state of residence). MTH 21404 - Introductory Probability and Statistics, NUR 30304 - Concepts of Professional Nursing, and NUR 30707 - Clinical Decision Making with a “C” or better grade.