Clinical Outcomes Research

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This doctoral courses provides an opportunity for concentrated study of clinical outcomes research in nursing and related disciplines with an emphasis on clinical trial design in the testing of theory-driven interventions. The use of conceptual models in models in intervention research to guide the formulation of interventions and selection of appropriate clinical outcomes is addressed. Major topics in the course include the selection and evaluation of various clinical outcome measures, and analysis of outcome data. Feasibility issues related to the conduct of clinical research in formal clinical settings and informal community settings will be analyzed. Alternatives to traditional clinical trial design for clinical research will also be considered. Prerequisite(s): NURS 8610 and NURS 8650 and STAT 7010 Contact Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit College Restrictions: The Graduate School Course Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Schedule Type (Primary): Seminar - Small Group Click here for the Schedule of Classes.