Week 2 - Research Questions Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what is PICO
A
Method for developing specific prac-related question
2
Q
What does PICO stand for
A
P = population
I = intervention
C = comparison
O = outcome
3
Q
what are the 2 types of prac questions
A
Background = targets general knowledge to better understand a condition
e.g “what is a stroke”
Foreground = addresses specific knowledge that will form clinical decisions and actions
e.g “is early intensive treatment of…”
4
Q
What are the 5 types of prac related foregroud questions
A
- effectiveness
- prevention
- assessment
- description
- risk
