PALC 618 CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF EVIDENCE
The purpose of this course is to facilitate learners in developing skills to identify, evaluate, and apply palliative care literature per the principles of evidence-based practice. The course will introduce research design and statistical methods to allow students to accurately and effectively interpret study findings. Research designs discussed will include descriptive studies, randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines, qualitative research, and quality improvement. Learners will be able to appraise literature and apply the evidence to a patient care situation or population of interest.