NURS 328: Evidence-Based Practice

Course Description

A two-credit course offered Junior I focusing on using evidence-based research in practice. This course builds on a firm grounding in and an appreciation for the use of literature and inquiry in learning. The course assumes a close interrelationship of practice, theory and research will be used to help students assume responsibilities as a member of a professional discipline, i.e., remaining current in practice, evaluating care and practice, promoting quality and seeking ways to improve practice through evidence or gain insights into current care and treatment modalities. Prerequisites: NURSING 212 and 217 or instructor consent.