This course explores and discusses the scientific bases for various alternative and complementary therapies in nursing and health care. Research examining the effectiveness of various modalities are critically reviewed and analyzed for scientific merit. Difficulties in conducting research, and methods that may enhance current and potential research in alternative and complementary health care are explored. Students are exposed to and practice using the skills necessary to evaluate the credibility of reported research and determine its usefulness in guiding advanced nursing and health care practice. Delineate the relevance, significance, and application of research findings in alternative and complementary health care for nursing theory, practice and research.
Students select a therapeutic modality which they study throughout the semester.
Among other things, they are evaluated on their ability to develop a research proposal using that modality.