HEM317 Evidence-Based Practices in Health SciencesIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Genetics and Bioengineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Genetics and Bioengineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: HEM317
Course Name: Evidence-Based Practices in Health Sciences
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. GÜLZADE UYSAL
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ÖZLEM YAZICI
Assoc. Prof. GÜLZADE UYSAL
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to introduce the student to appropriate scientific knowledge which enables them to develop their own unique clinical and educational approach to nursing. This lesson is to gain and improve the student's knowledge, attitude and skill related to evidence-based nursing care.
Course Content: Access to evidence-based nursing information, analysis of data, the use of evidence-based databases (such as Cochrane, EBN, CINAHL) and publications in research and practice.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Improve evidence based nursing practice.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Use evidence in the nursing care and education.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Discuss in current and future trends in nursing research.
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction and presentation of lesson • Erdoğan S., Nahcivan N., Esin N. (2014). Hemşirelikte Araştırma süreç, uygulama ve kritik. Nobel Kitabevi, İstanbul. • The Mosby. Erefe İ (ed), (2002). Hemşirelikte Araştırma İlke, Süreç ve Yöntemleri. Odak Ofset, İstanbul.
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2) Evidence-Based Nursing Questino- answer
3) Evaluation evidence-based practice nursing care Instructor led group discussion Brain storming
4) Clinical Problem Solving Question-answer
5) Clinical Decision Making Observation
6) MIDTERM EXAM -
7) Evidence-Based Care and Clinical Samples Group work
8) Evidence based nursing in education Question-answer
9) Impact of Education on Evidence-Based Practice Question-answer
10) Evidence-Based Nursing in the Integration of Care and Educational Institutions Brain storming
11) Evidence-Based Study Analysis Team working
12) Metaanalysis Study in a Topic Question-answer
13) Samples of evidence based nursing-I Team working
14) Samples of evidence based nursing-II Team working
15) FINAL EXAM exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: • Erdoğan S., Nahcivan N., Esin N. (2014). Hemşirelikte Araştırma süreç, uygulama ve kritik. Nobel Kitabevi, İstanbul.
• The Mosby. Erefe İ (ed), (2002). Hemşirelikte Araştırma İlke, Süreç ve Yöntemleri. Odak Ofset, İstanbul.
References: • Erdoğan S., Nahcivan N., Esin N. (2014). Hemşirelikte araştırma süreç, uygulama ve kritik. Nobel Kitabevi, İstanbul.
• Ruetzler K, Fleck M, Nabecker S, Pinter K, Landskron G, Lassnigg A, You J, Sessler DI. A randomized, double-blind comparison of licorice versus sugar-water gargle for prevention of postoperative sore throat and postextubation coughing. Anesth Analg 2013;117:614-21

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Peer Review
Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Group study and homework
Reading
Homework
Seminar

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Project 1 % 20
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 15 29
Application 9 9
Study Hours Out of Class 14 46
Homework Assignments 6 12
Quizzes 2 2
Midterms 1 1
Paper Submission 6 6
Final 1 1
Total Workload 106