NURS 7321 - MEASUREMENT ISSUES IN NURSING RESEARCH

[3 Credits]

This course is designed to advance doctoral students knowledge of measurement issues in instrument development, testing and modification. This course builds upon concepts presented in NURS 7304. The course will enable students to understand the processes, issues and decision-making in new instrument development, as well as instrument revision, adaptation and modification. Students will further explore measurement issues with using technology, in vulnerable populations, across cultures, the life span and healthcare environments. Measurement of healthcare quality and patient outcomes will also be addressed. Prerequisite BIOS 6102; NURS 7304