RESEARCH METHODS IN HEALTH SCIENCES

Course Description

To give students the concepts related to science, scientific research process and scientific activities to be carried out in this process, methods of making scientific studies into reports, projects, theses and articles. In addition, by understanding the scientific and scientific research methods and techniques, it is possible to evaluate the researches and to develop the ability to present research projects. Introduction to research management process; The stages of the research; Determining the research question and hypothesis; Creating research questions; Literature review; Ethics in research; Qualitative research: based on qualitative data, sampling, data collection techniques; Qualitative data interpretation: qualitative data analysis methods, coding, theme development; Quantitative research: the basis of quantitative research, data collection and analysis techniques, sample will be included in this course.

RESEARCH METHODS IN HEALTH SCIENCES

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Students will be able to do scientific research correctly.
2. 02 Students will have information about the publication and reporting of scientific papers.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Sümbüloğlu, K, Sümbüloğlu V. (2013). Sağlık Bilimlerinde Araştırma Yöntemleri Hatipoğlu Yayınevi
2. 02 Erdoğan S , Nahcivan N, Esin N (2020). Hemşirelikte Araştırma: Süreç, Ugulama ve Kritik, Nobel tıp Kitapevleri, Ankara.
3. 03 Laake, P., Benestad, H. B. Research Methodology in the Medical And Biological Sciences, Elsevier, 2007, ISBN: 9780123738745
4. 04 Health Research Methodology: A Guide for Training in Research Methods, World Health Organisation, 2001, ISBN: 9789290611578

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Define planning steps of scientific research process SOLO 3
2. L01 Define planning steps of scientific research process SOLO 3
3. L02 Will be able to to determine a scientific research problem SOLO 4
4. L02 Will be able to to determine a scientific research problem SOLO 4
5. L03 Compare scientific research designs SOLO 4
6. L03 Compare scientific research designs SOLO 4
7. L04 Compare research sampling methods SOLO 4
8. L04 Compare research sampling methods SOLO 4
9. L05 Apply data collection methods SOLO 4
10. L05 Apply data collection methods SOLO 4
11. L06 Will be able to make critics of research papers 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, analyzes, 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 prioritizing, 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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