GRADUATION PROJECT

Course Description

The aim of this course is to acquire the skills to use the necessary statistical package program, knowledge of the research planning and execution in the field of health, to choose appropriate statistical methods according to the obtained data and to interpret the results, to provide appropriate report writing methods, footnotes and references, as well as attitudes that do not adopt scientific research ethics rules . A report evaluating the superiority or parity of similar works on the basis of the collection of data of this course, hypothesis worker whose project implementation course is a prerequisite, interpreting the results according to the appropriate statistical method and based on the current literature is prepared. For the preparation of the article for the course, similar studies are examined, the contribution of the work to be done is assessed.

GRADUATION PROJECT

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 1. Apply various nursing research methods.
2. 02 2. Apply the essential processes of quantitative research.
3. 03 3. Describe the research process in identifying and discussing health problems and problem solving strategies
4. 04 4. Review the literature and critically synthesize the findings
5. 05 5. Describe the theoretical/conceptual model to guide the research project.
6. 06 6. Utilize professional writing styles such as the American Psychological Association (APA) style in developing graduation project.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (2017). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (10th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer
2. 02 Mukherjee, S.P. (2020). A Guide to Research Methodology: An Overview of Research Problems, Tasks and Methods. CRC Press
3. 03 Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (2008). Nursing research: Principles and methods (8th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincot.
4. 04 Thomas, C.G. (2021). Research Methodology and Scientific Writing, 2E. Springer.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 The student defines evidence-based nursing practices and types of research. SOLO 4
2. L01 The student prepares her/his project according to the ethical rules of scientific research. SOLO 4
3. L03 The student performs appropriate literature review. SOLO 4
4. L04 The student carries out the processes of determining a topic, creating a hypothesis, determining a purpose, and developing materials and methods for scientific research. SOLO 4
5. L05 Writes the project in accordance with professional writing rules SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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