In the context of the PICOT format for formulating clinical ...

[cdr_15]

In the context of the PICOT format for formulating clinical questions, which of the following may be considered to be an intervention?
 
  A) Levels of patient hygiene in an assisted-living facility
  B) The incidence and prevalence of stomach cancer among low-income males aged 65 to 85
  C) The prevalence of wound dehiscence among postmastectomy patients
  D) Occupational exposure to airborne silicon dust

Question 2

A nurse is conducting a literature review on the evidence regarding the use of vacuum dressings on stage IV pressure ulcers.
 
  After locating a recent study that appears to be relevant, which of the following questions would the nurse consider first when critically appraising the study?
  A) Are the findings of this study cost-effective in our clinical context?
  B) How would the implementation of this intervention affect our staffing needs?
  C) Were the patients in the study similar to the patients on my unit?
  D) Are the findings of the study significantly different from what we are currently doing on the unit?

[Cheesycrackers]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C

[cdr_15]

Excellent

[mcabuhat]

TYSM