
Defining a practice-based question: Some final points
- There are a range of situations where evidence is needed to enhance practice
- There are different types of questions to yield different information
- Important to focus questions
- Use ‘PICO’ framework to assist question development
References
- Craig, J.V., & Smyth, R.L., (2002) The Evidence-Based Practice Manual, Churchill Livingston: Edinburgh 610.73 EVI Level 2, Saltire Centre
- Critical Appraisal Skills Programme. (CASP) (2002) Evidence-based Health Care, CASP: Milton Keynes
- Melnyk, B.M. & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2005) Evidence-based practice in nursing and health care: A guide to best practice, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins: Philadelphia 610.73 MEL Level 2, Saltire Centre
- Heddle, N.M. (2007) The research question. Transfusion. Vol. 47 (1): 15-17
Pages developed with the help of Jamie Frankis, Lesley Price, Pauline Hamilton, and Ima Jackson of the School of Health and Lide Sciences, GCU