Theory Development in Nursing II Credits: 3

Catalog description

Nursing and non-nursing models, frameworks and theories will be analyzed and critically evaluated. Philosophical tenants will be debated. Students will identify the range of applicable theories for their area of research. Appropriate application of theories to independent and dependent variables, mediators and moderators, cofactors, correlates and outcomes will be explored. Students will develop concepts, hypotheses, and research goals that utilize an identified theory for nursing research.