Evidence Based Practice I

Catalog description

In this course students will critically appraise the scientific literature to determine and implement the best evidence for nursing practice. Specifically, students will identify a current clinical issue, develop a clinical question, and find evidence from the literature to answer that clinical question. The student will analyze relevant findings to improve practice and the practice environment. The outcome of the course is the application of clinical and scientific knowledge to address a nursing practice issue. 3 credits didactic.