DNP/705
Philosophy, Theory, & Science For Nursing Practice
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Philosophy, Theory, & Science For Nursing Practice
Course level: Graduate
This course focuses on the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of nursing science and practice at the doctoral level of expertise. The philosophy of science and the philosophical, theoretical, and ethical foundations of nursing practice and inquiry are examined. Students integrate teaching-learning theory into a personalized framework for doctoral practice. Competency A: Integrate nursing theory, ethics, and teaching-learning theory into a personal framework for advanced evidence-based practice in nursing. Competency B: Evaluate the philosophical, theoretical, and ethical underpinnings of advanced evidence-based practice in nursing. Competency C: Differentiate the philosophical and theoretical perspectives among professional theories and models for application in nursing practice and inquiry. Competency D: Examine the influence of personal and professional perspectives on knowledge acquisition and perception.
Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information.
University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. While widely available, not all courses are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with an enrollment representative.