NURS 2705 is a writing-intensive course for Baccalaureate prepared student nurses. This course builds on the fundamental knowledge of research learned in previous research/statistics courses. It focuses on improving nursing practice based on evidence discovered in the research process. Students will work collaboratively to further develop their skills in efficiently finding, reading, and comprehending published research and determining its applicability to clinical practice.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Evaluate critical issues within an interprofessional healthcare system and evaluate the effect on healthcare quality, access, and cost.
- Discuss the importance of nursing interventions, scientific integrity, critical appraisal, and maintaining ethical standards.
- Apply the principles of evidence-based practice to nursing care.
- Critically appraise and synthesize research findings to develop evidence-based nursing interventions.
- Communicate evidence-based practice findings to other healthcare professionals and patients.
Course Topics
- Introduction to evidence-based practice
- Interprofessional collaboration in evidence-based practice
- Searching for and retrieving research literature
- Critically appraising research studies
- Synthesizing evidence to make practice decisions
- Implementing evidence-based practice
- Disseminating evidence-based practice findings
Course Requirements
Students will be required to complete a variety of assignments, including:
- Written assignments
- Research presentations
- Case studies
- Group projects
Grading
Grading will be based on the following criteria:
- Written assignments (40%)
- Research presentations (20%)
- Case studies (20%)
- Group projects (20%)
Prerequisites
NURS 2705 requires the following prerequisites:
- NURS 2505: Research and Statistics in Nursing
- NURS 2600: Pathophysiology
Target Audience
NURS 2705 is designed for Baccalaureate prepared student nurses who are interested in learning more about evidence-based practice.
Benefits of Taking This Course
NURS 2705 will provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to become evidence-based practitioners. Evidence-based practitioners are able to provide the best possible care to their patients by using the most up-to-date research findings.
