Instructions
Writing the PICOT Question
In Submissions Area, you developed a PICOT question to guide your literature search for evidence. The next step in trans
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Instructions
Writing the PICOT Question
In Submissions Area, you developed a PICOT question to guide your literature search for evidence. The next step in translating research to practice is to search the literature using the search terms from the PICOT question initially. You may need to modify these terms depending on the results of your search. Use the Search Tracker to ensure that you do not repeat your steps.
Tasks:
In this assignment, you will go through the process of searching for evidence on the basis of the PICOT question you developed in Submissions Area. You will experience searching one database and reviewing the abstracts to determine the level of evidence. The expectation is not to do a thorough literature search; the focus is on learning the process.
To begin:
Review your PICOT question. Incorporate any changes recommended by the instructor.
Identify the most appropriate databases for your search and make a prioritized list.
Search one database and fill out the Search Tracker Template (from Submissions Area) to avoid retracing your search steps.
During the process of your search, review the abstracts until you find 8–10 studies that seem related to your PICOT question. Be sure these articles are available in either the South University Online Library or online, as you may need to obtain the entire article for this assignment. Remember to focus on the top levels of evidence, such as systematic reviews and RCTs.
Compile an APA-formatted reference list of 8–10 articles found in your search. Copy and paste each abstract below the reference. There's no need to review all of the studies to determine the best evidence for this assignment.
State the level of evidence each study represents below the references. If the level of evidence is specifically stated in either the abstract or the body of the article, simply say so and indicate where it is stated. If the level of evidence is not stated, provide a rationale for how you arrived at your conclusion as to the level of evidence the study represents.
Compile your findings in the following manner:
Your PICOT question at the beginning of the Search Tracker
The prioritized list of the databases you considered appropriate below the PICOT question
The completed Search Tracker for your searches
An APA-formatted reference list of 8–10 articles related to your PICOT question, which also includes:
The identified level of evidence for each article and a justification for your choice
A copy of the abstract below each reference
Submission Details:
On a separate page, cite all sources using APA format.
Name your paper SU_NSG7020_W3_A2_LastName_FirstInitial.doc.
Submit your paper to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned.
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