NURS 854 - Critical Appraisal of Practice

Credits: 3

This course focuses on the application of best evidence to promote nursing practice at the highest level. Students explore current research and propose methods to use newly acquired knowledge in current practice situations ensuring quality outcomes. Students synthesize concepts from biophysical, psychosocial, sociopolitical, cultural, economic and nursing science to impact and to understand the consequences of advanced practice decisions. Healthy People 2020 objectives will be used as the framework for exploring the potential impact of advanced practice decisions.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the DNP program

Term(s) Offered: Fall

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