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NU 502 - Nursing Research: Methods, Design, and Analysis


Emphasizes examination of the research process as scientific thinking. Both quantitative and qualitative research methods are studied. Stresses the evaluation of evidence from published research, including choice of research questions and adequacy of method and design, for critical appraisal and application of findings to guide practice. Interrelationships between planning, implementing and evaluating health-related research are analyzed. Standards of ethical conduct in research are examined. The availability and use of computer software for data analysis are reviewed, and basic approaches to data collection and analysis presented.

Prerequisites & Notes
Three credits of undergraduate-level statistics and a working knowledge of computers.

Credits: 3



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