Assignment: Searching for the Best Evidence
Instructions:
1. Create an original posting with a minimum of 250-300 words.
Locate one primary research article, systematic review or practice guidelines related to the PICO question that is a report of an evidence-based practice or a quality improvement project. Thus, this assignment involves finding one (1) article, keep in mind that you must describe the process on how you were able to locate the article. Then, answer the following questions:
a. What is the level of evidence that best answers your PICO question?
b. What relevant databases did you search to find the article?
c. What keywords from your PICOT question were used to search the database?
d. What strategies were applying to streamline your search?
e. Did you use "Mesh terms", Boolean connectors or parameters to help you search for the evidence?
INSTRUCTIONS
Addresses each question fully. States a relevant, justifiable answer. Presents arguments in a logical order. Uses APA style and grammar Demonstrates an accurate and complete understanding of the questions Backs conclusions with data and warrants (articles, journals, research). Uses 2 or more ideas, examples and/or arguments that support the answer. This paper will be graded based on these criteria. Indicate 2 or more references for any site used. Good writing still. Will be checked for grammar and plagiarism. 250-300 words paper, not include cover page and reference page.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.