Discuss Logistic Regression in Nursing Practice.

NURS 8200 Discussion 2: Logistic Regression in Nursing Practice

NURS 8200 Discussion 2: Logistic Regression in Nursing Practice
Logistic regression is used to analyze a wide variety of variables that may surround a singular
outcome. For example, logistic regression could be used to identify the likelihood of a patient
having a heart attack or stroke based on a variety of factors including age, sex, genetic
characteristics, weight, and any preexisting health conditions. The biological systems and issues
with which the health care field is concerned represent the kinds of applications for which
logistic regression is especially useful.
Logistic regression is used in the health care field for many purposes, including diagnoses,
predictions, and forecasting. The three articles in this week’s Learning Resources illustrate the
many uses of logistic regression in the health care field. This Discussion allows you to explore
the different uses of logistic regression and cultivate a deeper understanding of the application of
logistic regression in evidence-based practice.
Note: This Discussion takes place in small groups, which should have been assigned by your
Instructor.