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University of Pittsburgh    
2025-2026 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog 
    
 
  Jun 29, 2026
 
2025-2026 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog
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NUR 3291 - RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OF SCIENTISTS 1


Minimum Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 2
This seminar addresses the moral and ethical agency of a nursing scientist in the health professions, developing knowledge and skills to act ethically. First the course will cover multiple challenges of conducting research including ethical issues, health policy, scientific freedom and social responsibility, collaboration and negotiation, and interdisciplinary responsibilities. Next, key issues in conducting responsible science and human subject protection will be covered, including the conduct of culturally competent scholarship. Lastly issues in nursing leadership including valuing and upholding the caring nature of professional practice and advocacy for, and valuing the needs and concerns of patients/families will be addressed.
Academic Career: Graduate
Course Component: Seminar
Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade
Course Requirements: PLAN: NUR-PHD or NURRSP-MN


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