Course Title: Advanced Research Nursing in Healthcare

Course Duration: 14 weeks

Course Overview: The Advanced Research Nursing in Healthcare course aims to equip
fourth-year nursing students with the skills and knowledge needed to engage in
research activities within the healthcare field. Students will explore research
methodologies, ethical considerations, data analysis techniques, and dissemination
strategies. The course will empower students to critically evaluate existing research,
design and conduct studies, and contribute to evidence-based nursing practice.

Course Objectives: By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of research in advancing nursing practice and

improving patient outcomes.
2. Differentiate between various research designs, methodologies, and data
collection techniques.
3. Develop research proposals, considering ethical principles and regulatory
guidelines.
4. Analyze and interpret research findings using appropriate statistical methods.
5. Communicate research findings effectively through written reports and
presentations.
6. Critically appraise published research literature for its relevance and quality.
7. Collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams to enhance healthcare research.
8. Apply research knowledge to address real-world healthcare challenges.

Course Outline:

Week 1-2: Introduction to Research Nursing

 Importance of research in nursing practice

 Differentiating between quantitative and qualitative research
 Ethical considerations in nursing research
 Research process: From idea to dissemination

Week 3-4: Research Design and Methodology

 Exploratory, descriptive, correlational, and experimental research designs

 Qualitative research methods (interviews, focus groups, content analysis)
 Sampling techniques and sample size determination
  Validity and reliability in research

Week 5-6: Data Collection and Management

 Surveys, questionnaires, and observational methods

 Electronic health records and data extraction
 Data coding and entry procedures
 Data quality and integrity

Week 7-8: Ethical Considerations in Research

 Informed consent and participant protection

 Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes
 Confidentiality and privacy in research
 Addressing cultural and ethical diversity in research

Week 9-10: Data Analysis and Interpretation

 Descriptive and inferential statistics

 Statistical software for data analysis (SPSS, R, etc.)
 Interpreting research findings and drawing conclusions
 Reporting results using tables, graphs, and narratives

Week 11-12: Research Proposal Development

 Formulating research questions and hypotheses

 Literature review and identification of gaps
 Research proposal components: Introduction, methodology, budget, timeline
 Peer review and feedback on research proposals

Week 13-14: Dissemination and Application of Research

 Writing research reports for publication

 Conference presentations and poster sessions
 Knowledge translation and implementation science
 Incorporating research findings into nursing practice

Assessment Methods:
1. Quizzes and Examinations: Assessing comprehension of research methodologies
and concepts.
2. Research Proposal Assignment: Development of a research proposal, including
research questions, methodology, and ethical considerations.
3. Data Analysis Project: Analyzing provided research data and presenting findings.
4. Critical Appraisal of Research: Evaluation of published research articles for
methodological quality and relevance.
5. Research Presentation: Presenting research findings in a simulated conference
setting.
6. Participation and Engagement: Active participation in discussions, research
critiques, and group activities.