Introduction to Research for Evidence-Based BSN Practice

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This course provides an overview of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies as applied to nursing practice and the role of the baccalaureate nurse as a critical research consumer. The research processes applied in each type of research, methods used to critique research studies prior to becoming a research consumer and implications for utilizing the findings for evidence- based nursing practice will be discussed. Prerequisite: admission to the nursing program. Prerequisite or corequisite: MTH 202, NUR302R. NUR 310R Health Assessment of Adults (3 hours, 1-hour lab) This course will guide the student in differentiating normal and abnormal findings noted during physical assessment found in clients. The focus will be on the skills needed to perform physical assessment while considering psychosocial and cultural backgrounds. The topics of interviewing, therapeutic communication, and teaching health promotion behaviors will be discussed and practiced. Prerequisite: admission to the nursing program.