NUR 400 Advanced Nursing Science and Theory: Professional Practice, Ethics, & Legal Considerations in Nursing
This course examines advanced nursing science and theoretical frameworks that guide practice in complex healthcare environments. Learners apply scientific principles to enhance clinical decision‑making, develop advanced practice models, and translate evidence‑based research into care. The course emphasizes ethical and legal considerations in nursing, including strategies for ethical decision‑making, risk management, and maintaining professional integrity. Students analyze contemporary issues in healthcare ethics and evaluate how nursing theories, professional standards, and regulations shape advanced nursing practice.
16-week course
Prerequisite
Admission to the DNP Program
Distribution
NUR