Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Differentiate between the process of evidence-based practice, research, and quality improvement.
• Discuss protection of human rights and ethical conduct in the research environment.
• Use skills of inquiry, appraisal, and information literacy to inform nursing practice.
• Differentiate various research designs as methods to answer clinical questions.
• Apply concepts of quality and safety to identify and improve patient outcomes.
• Explain how evidence-based practice, research, and quality improvement supports best practices in the delivery of safe and effective nursing care.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Application Exams	40%
CITI Modules	5%
Entry and Exit Tickets	15%
EBP Project	40%

Grading Scale:

Percentage	Letter Grade
100-95	A
94-92	A-
91-89	B+
88-86	B
85-83	B-
82-80	C+
79-77	C
76-74	C-
73-71	D+
70-68	D
67-65	D-
64 & below	F

Attendance/Participation:

Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.

Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.

Planned Absences:If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.

Extenuating Circumstances:In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.

Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.

Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

Davies, B., & Logan, J. (2022). Reading research : a user-friendly guide for health professionals (Seventh edition). Elsevier.