NURS FPX 4030 Assessment 3: PICOT Questions and an Evidence-Based Approach

In NURS FPX 4030 Assessment 3, students develop a PICOT question and apply an evidence-based approach to improve patient outcomes. This task helps nursing professionals structure clinical questions and find relevant research to support decision-making.

Understanding PICOT

A PICOT question includes the following elements:

• P (Population/Patient Problem) – Who is the patient or population?
• I (Intervention) – What intervention is being considered?
• C (Comparison) – What is the alternative to the intervention?
• O (Outcome) – What results are expected?
• T (Timeframe) – Over what period will the intervention be evaluated?

Example PICOT Question

"In hospitalized elderly patients (P), does hourly rounding by nurses (I) compared to no scheduled rounding (C) reduce the incidence of falls (O) over six months (T)?"

Steps for an Evidence-Based Approach

1. Identify the Research Question – Formulate a clear PICOT question.
2. Conduct a Literature Review – Find peer-reviewed articles and clinical studies relevant to the PICOT question.
3. Analyze the Evidence – Evaluate the quality and credibility of research findings.
4. Apply Findings to Nursing Practice – Implement evidence-based solutions for patient care improvements.
5. Evaluate Outcomes – Monitor the effectiveness of the intervention over time.

This assessment strengthens critical thinking and research skills, ensuring that nurses make well-informed, evidence-based clinical decisions.

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