Introduction to Nursing Research and Informatics

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This course provides an overview of nursing informatics and research to prepare professional nurses to apply concepts from these fields to professional nursing practice. The current and future impact of informatics and research in nursing and healthcare is emphasized. Students are taught to analyze electronic health information systems, evaluate levels of evidence and critique qualitative and quantitative research studies. Students explore healthcare information systems, examine research credibility, and critique various research designs and methods. The current and future impact of information systems and research evidence in healthcare is emphasized.