Epidemiology for Advanced Nursing Practice

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Emphasizes the development of competency in epidemiology for advanced nursing practice. Methods studied include rates, levels of prevention, vital statistics, modes of transmission, and models of causation. Practice phenomena are explored using case examples and nursing and healthcare-related outcomes. Assessment of the quality of observed data and collection methods will be performed. The intersection of biostatistics and epidemiology is explored. Exercises include the application of epidemiologic approaches to disease surveillance, treatment, communication, and prevention. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing Program.