Evidence-Based Practice for the DNP

Catalog description

Prerequisites: NURSE 6130 and NURSE 7260 . This course examines the state of clinical inquiry and the implementation of evidence into practice. The relationship between a clinical question, the systematic search and literature review will be addressed. The critical appraisal and synthesis of the most relevant and best research about the question will be explored. This course will distinguish between research utilization and evidence-based practice which includes the integration of personal clinical expertise, thorough patient assessment, and patient preferences and values as part of clinical decision making. The health outcomes for individuals and populations based on the translation (implementation) of evidence into practice will be analyzed. Models for implementing and sustaining the change will be examined. This course culminates with dissemination of new evidence through a variety of venues.