NURS 3270: Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice

Course Description

The research process and strategies for critiquing nursing research are discussed. Using research findings to guide evidence-based nursing practice is emphasized.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Discuss the relationship of theory, research, and practice.
Describe the steps of evidence-based practice.
Discuss the research process.
Discuss ethical considerations in research.
Critically evaluate published nursing research.
Compare and contrast nursing research, evidence-based practice, and research utilization.

Prerequisites

Admission into the BSN program is required to take any nursing course. NURS 3010, 3030 and PSYC 2750

Course Materials

Please go to MBS Direct to find the appropriate textbooks for this course. Please be aware when purchasing your textbooks that the International versions of the text may differ from the Domestic (North American) version required for your course.

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Course Activities

The course will be conducted entirely online. Students are expected to participate in all course activities as assigned by the instructor. Course activities may include readings, presentations, discussions, quizzes, lecture, discussion, small group work, and written assignments. However, individual instructors may incorporate other activities such as journals and group work into the course materials.

Policy Statements

The course policies follow Webster University policies including online class policies. Non-participation in online discussions and activities will affect your grade. Remember plagiarism concerns are part of this online course and the University's overall academic dishonesty policies. Plagiarism is use of another's idea, opinion, publications, writings, information in one's own publication without proper credit to the original source of the idea, opinion, writing, or information. Please cite whenever appropriate. (see the Undergraduate College Academic Policies and Procedures)

Academic Honesty
The university is committed to high standards of academic honesty. Students will be held responsible for violations of these standards. Please refer to the university's academic honesty policies for a definition of academic dishonesty and potential disciplinary actions associated with it. These policies can be found online at: http://www.webster.edu/graduatecatalog/policies.shtml

Drops and Withdrawals
Please be aware that, should you choose to drop or withdraw from this course, the date on which you notify the university of your decision will determine the amount of tuition refund you receive. Please refer to the university policies on drops and withdrawals (published elsewhere) to find out what the deadlines are for dropping a course with a full refund and for withdrawing from a course with a partial refund. These policies can be found online at: http://www.webster.edu/graduatecatalog/policies.shtml

Special Services
If you are registered as a student with a documented disability and are entitled to classroom or testing accommodations, it is your responsibility to inform the instructor at the beginning of the course of the accommodations you will require in this class so that these can be provided. If you have a disability that may have some impact on your work in this class and for which you may require accommodations please contact the Academic Resource Center.

Disturbances
Every student is entitled to full participation in class without interruption, all students are expected participate in all in class and online course activities. Disruption of the learning process or inconsiderate behavior, on line or in class, is not acceptable. Students are expected to treat the instructor and other students with dignity and respect, especially in cases where a diversity of opinion arises. Students who engage in disruptive behavior are subject to disciplinary action, including removal from the course.

Student Assignments Retained
The College of Arts and Sciences will retain some random student assignments or projects for the purpose of academic assessment as it relates to student learning outcomes.

Note: This syllabus may be revised at any time at the discretion of the instructor and without prior notification or consent of the student.

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