PICOT question
Assessment Description
The purpose of this assignment is to refine the PICOT question you developed in the discussion forum this week and begin evaluating literature that you will use in subsequent weeks to write your research paper.
Use the “Literature Evaluation Table” to complete this assignment. Prior to starting the “Literature Evaluation Table,” complete the following:
Review the feedback you have received in the discussion forum related to your PICOT question so far. Make any necessary edits to your PICOT question.
Conduct a literature search to locate four research articles focused on your selected nursing practice problem of interest. Note: This literature search should include two quantitative and two qualitative, peer-reviewed, primary research articles to support your nursing practice problem. A mixed methods article can qualify towards meeting a qualitative or quantitative methodology. The two articles identified in Topic 1 DQ 2 can be used should you still find them relevant to your PICOT question.
Articles must be published within the past 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
The PICOT question and four peer-reviewed research articles you chose will be utilized for subsequent assignments.
Note: For best search results, do not include the words qualitative and quantitative in your search terms. Do include words that narrow or broaden your main topic. For example: Search for diabetes and pediatric and dialysis. To determine what research design was used in the articles the search produced, review the abstract and the methods section of the article. The author will provide a description of data collection using qualitative or quantitative methods. Systematic reviews, literature reviews, and metanalysis articles are good resources and provide a strong level of evidence but are not considered primary research articles. Therefore, they should not be included in this assignment.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
NOTE: Below is the topic I wrote on, on my topic 1 DQ2
PICOT QUESTION
In adult patients with chronic pain (P), how does the implementation of a structured pain management education program (I) compared to standard care (C) affect pain intensity levels (O) over a period of 6 weeks [T]
Qualitative Article:
This qualitative study investigates the personal experiences of patients participating in chronic pain management education programs. Through in-depth interviews, the researchers identify themes related to increased understanding of pain management strategies and improved coping mechanisms. These findings provide valuable insights into the subjective outcomes of educational interventions, aligning with the outcome component of the PICOT question.
Quantitative Article:
This randomized controlled trial quantitatively assesses the impact of a structured pain management education program on pain intensity levels among adults with chronic pain. The study\’s findings demonstrate a statistically significant reduction in pain intensity in the intervention group compared to the control group, providing empirical evidence supporting the effectiveness of educational interventions in pain management.
Relevance to PICOT Question:
Both articles directly relate to the PICOT question by examining the effects of a structured pain management education program on pain intensity levels in adults with chronic pain. The qualitative study offers insights into patient perceptions and experiences, while the quantitative study provides measurable data on pain intensity outcomes. Together, these studies contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the intervention\’s impact, informing evidence-based practice in nursing.
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