There is also discussion of change and role theory. This course also examines the influence of historical, social, and legislative trends on the evolution of the role of the professional nurse. Major content areas include professionalism, critical thinking, standards of practice, nursing theories, and ethical-legal dilemmas associated with the role of the professional nurse. The practicing nurse will gain insight into these content areas as they apply to professional nursing. This course focuses on the theories and concepts utilized in the scientific investigation of nursing practice.
Content emphasizes the development of skills necessary to be a consumer of nursing research.