Course Number and Title:
NUR 340 Nursing Research
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: ENG 122 and (MAT 162 or MAT 255) and NUR 300
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course introduces foundational concepts of nursing research and information literacy to promote the development of the student as a research consumer. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation and use of research to advance nursing practice.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Distinguish the various approaches to research and the basic elements of the research process. (CCC 5, 6; PGC 1, 3)
- Apply skills of inquiry, analysis, technology, and information literacy to address practice issues. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 1, 3, 4)
- Examine legal and ethical standards of practice that relate to the research process. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5, 6; PGC 2, 6, 7)
- Analyze research to integrate best practice into the delivery of safe and equitable nursing care for diverse populations. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Distinguish the various approaches to research and the basic elements of the research process.
- Discuss the principles and steps of the research process.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the various approaches to nursing research.
- Use research to address nursing practice issues
- Apply skills of inquiry, analysis, technology, and information literacy to address practice issues.
- Use appropriate technology and sources to access and retrieve reliable information.
- Report scholarly findings.
- Interpret implications of research findings on nursing practice issues.
- Examine legal and ethical standards of practice that relate to the research process.
- Discuss legal and ethical issues related to nursing research.
- Develop strategies to advocate for the protection of individuals in research initiatives.
- Articulate the impact of research on health equity.
- Analyze research to integrate best practice into the delivery of safe and equitable nursing care for diverse populations.
- Compare nursing research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement in promoting change in nursing practice.
- Illustrate a practice issue for nursing research to address.
- Examine the role of the nurse in the research process to ensure the delivery of safe, equitable nursing care.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
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A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Formative Assessments: Discussion Board 4 (10% each) | 40% |
Qualitative Research Critique (Week 3) (Summative) | 10% |
Quantitative Research Critique (Week 4) (Summative) | 10% |
Evidence-Based Practice/Quality Improvement Assignment (Summative) | 10% |
Problem-based Research Paper (Summative) | 30% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Integrate nursing knowledge and knowledge from the sciences and other disciplines to inform clinical judgment.
- Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth, lifelong learning, and leadership opportunities that support safe, ethical nursing practice.
- Apply skills of inquiry, analysis, and information literacy to advance nursing research and support evidence-based nursing practice.
- Apply informatics and healthcare technologies to support the delivery of safe, equitable patient care in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Advocate for the delivery of safe, equitable patient care through effective systems-based practice, quality improvement, and engagement in the health care policy process.
- Direct compassionate, holistic patient-centered care through assessment and prioritization of healthcare needs, patient advocacy, interprofessional communication, collaboration, and delegation.
- Analyze the social determinants of health for diverse populations to improve equitable population health outcomes.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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