Description
Analysis of theory-guided and evidence-based research for proficiency in translating research into practice. Application of critical analysis of qualitative and quantitative research findings in advanced nursing. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to conduct a systematic review of the literature and synthesize research related to a clinical problem- project or thesis begins here. Analyze the links among theory, research, and evidence based practice in nursing, analyze the elements of conceptual models and theoretical frameworks, critiques theories in nursing and other disciplines for their applicability to nursing practice, compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research approaches relevant to nursing inquiry and to describe ethical and scientific integrity issues related to evidence based practice.