DNP-7107 - Health Outcomes Research

Semester Credits: 6 Weeks: 8

Prerequisites: DNP-7106 - Program Planning and Evaluation

This course introduces various approaches to evaluating health outcomes research, including risk assessment, causation, and principles of measurement. You will evaluate evidenced-based health outcomes research to include instruments and strategies for measuring the economic valuation of healthcare programs. You will examine factors that affect quality and safety and develop strategies to monitor and improve health outcomes.

Within the practice setting, you will appraise factors that increase risks and liability. You will review data using information technology and review the literature addressing a healthcare issue to identify a DNP project topic. Throughout your practice experience, you will seek opportunities to generate evidence-based solutions that address risks and liability.

*Requires 90 practice experience hours.