Course Code: RESY 154
Academic Year: 2026-2027
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts and processes of research, emphasizing their application to respiratory therapy and evidence-based medicine. Students will learn to evaluate published research, assess data quality, and apply findings to improve clinical practice. The course also covers ethics approval requirements and the standards for conducting responsible research. Additionally, it examines the financial and administrative factors, such as public funding, health insurance, and budget management, that influence health care research.