NUR 3164 - Informatics and Evidenced Based Practice

Credits: 3

Prerequisite or Corequisite: NUR 3805

This course focuses on the integration of data, information, and knowledge through the use of information technologies to inform nursing practice. Students examine how informatics supports evidenced-based nursing practice that is safe and knowledge-based through the use of expanded access to clinical research finding and decision support tools for clinical practice. The course reviews nursing informatics theory, practice applications in care delivery and management, and emerging trends in informatics. Students are introduced to basic concepts of evidence-based practice, research processes, and critical appraisal of research and information. Legal and ethical issues in research and information utilization are explored.

Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Online Hours: 45
Hours: 45