INT D 690 - Knowledge Utilization: Science and Practice

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-3S-0)

This course examines the science and practice of knowledge utilization, including theoretical underpinnings and exploration and critique of evidenced-based practice and knowledge translation in health care. Particular attention will be given to the conceptual and methodological features of the scientific field of knowledge utilization, knowledge use in complex organizations, and the design and application of strategies to increase the use of diverse forms of knowledge in health care policy and practice.

NURS 399B - Selected Topics in Nursing Research

1.5 units (fi 6)(TWO TERM, 0-3S-0)

The focus is on nursing research, nursing practice, and nursing as a discipline and a profession. Note: Available only to Nursing students in the Honors program.

NURS 334 - Foundations of Nursing I

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

The course explores the meanings of health and healing. It highlights the diversity of beliefs, values, and perceptions of health. The course introduces the Canadian Health Care System, conceptual frameworks of health promotion, determinants of health, disease and injury prevention, and primary health care. The focus is on the nurse/client relationship in a relational practice context. Note: Available only to nursing students in the After Degree/After Degree Honors Program. Students must achieve a minimum grade of C+ in order to progress in the program. Credit may be obtained for only one of NURS 334 or 303.

NURS 399A - Selected Topics in Nursing Research

1.5 units (fi 6)(TWO TERM, 0-3S-0)

The focus is on nursing research, nursing practice, and nursing as a discipline and a profession. Note: Available only to Nursing students in the Honors program.

INT D 690 - Knowledge Utilization: Science and Practice

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-3S-0)

This course examines the science and practice of knowledge utilization, including theoretical underpinnings and exploration and critique of evidenced-based practice and knowledge translation in health care. Particular attention will be given to the conceptual and methodological features of the scientific field of knowledge utilization, knowledge use in complex organizations, and the design and application of strategies to increase the use of diverse forms of knowledge in health care policy and practice.

NURS 124 - Foundations of Nursing I

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

The course introduces the Canadian Healthcare System, including conceptual frameworks of primary health care across the lifespan and the concepts such as health law that apply to nursing and nursing practice. Within the context of relational practice, and the Fundamentals of Care Framework, concepts related to professional identity, the nurse/client relationship, the nursing process, and patient and family centered care will be explored. The course will continue to highlight the meanings of health and healing and the diversity of beliefs, values, and perceptions of health. Note: Available only to students in the Collaborative Program. Prerequisites MMI 133 (or equivalent), NURS 106 (or NURS 140 and 150), and NURS 120. Corequisite: NURS 123, NURS 125. Students must achieve a minimum grade of C+ in order to progress in the program.

NURS 399B - Selected Topics in Nursing Research

1.5 units (fi 6)(TWO TERM, 0-3S-0)

The focus is on nursing research, nursing practice, and nursing as a discipline and a profession. Note: Available only to Nursing students in the Honors program.