Evidence-Based Inquiry in Nursing Practice

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This course introduces the basic concepts of behavioral/social science research and statistical methods used in the field of nursing. This course will explain the data-gathering process, sampling procedures, and various statistical tests routinely performed on health science data. The student will be prepared to evaluate reports and journal articles and to recognize emerging theories in the nursing field. Students will learn principles of ethics and validity in the design, conducting, and presenting of research including correct formatting of research reports and papers in APA format. Offered online every fall, spring, and summer.