NSG 8805 - Principles of Epidemiology

3 Semester Hour(s)

Presents concepts, principles, and methods of the epidemiological approach to disease and intervention, identification of cause of disease, response to disease outbreak, disease surveillance, evaluation of screening and prevention measures, and ethical issues in epidemiological research. Applies biostatistical concepts necessary to interpret findings of epidemiological studies and to critically evaluate application to evidence-based practice. Examines distribution and determinants of disease risk in human populations across the lifespan with an emphasis on disease prevention and early detection.