Nurse Practitioner as a promoter of evidence-based practice
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
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| Code: | AS00BX39 |
| Curriculum: | ASH 2026 |
| Level: | Master of Health Care |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2026) |
| Semester: | Spring |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Koskenranta, Miro |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, the student is able to:
Critically evaluate and apply research and expert knowledge in the development of nursing and healthcare services.
Plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based practice that promotes person-centred care and the quality of services in accordance with the principles of sustainable development.
Utilise evidence-based knowledge in the development of nursing and service processes.
Promote and embed evidence-based practices collaboratively within their work unit and professional communities, as well as within regional, national, and international networks. Furthermore, the student will be able to monitor the specific needs of their area of expertise and its patient groups and evaluate the implementation of evidence-based practices within their organisation, region, and at the national level.
Contents
The role of the Nurse Practitioner in promoting and embedding evidence-based nursing practice.
The process of evidence-based practice in the work of the Nurse Practitioner (PEPPA-framework).
Critical evaluation and application of research evidence.
Utilisation of evidence-based knowledge in the development of care and services within the Nurse Practitioner’s own area of expertise.
Dissemination and embedding of evidence-based practices.