2 hrs A writing intensive course that expounds upon the role of the professional nurse in evidence-based practice. This course provides RN students with an understanding of issues pertaining to global health. Focus will be placed on utilization of scientific inquiry to achieve cost-effective, high quality patient outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on economic, social, political, and professional trends in relation to their implications for a continually changing practice and utilization of the research process to enhance their current nursing practice. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN-BSN program; BUS 2160 or MAT 2700 or PSY 3510 General Education: UEC 01 - Writing Intensive
