Introduction
NURS FPX 4025 Assessment 3 focuses on applying the PICO(T) process to develop a researchable clinical question. The PICO(T) framework helps nurses formulate clear, evidence-based questions to guide patient care improvements and clinical decision-making.
Identifying the Clinical Issue
For this assessment, the selected clinical issue is the prevention of pressure injuries in hospitalized patients. In NURS FPX 4025 Assessment , this topic was chosen due to its high prevalence and potential to cause serious complications. Preventing pressure injuries can significantly improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Formulating the PICO(T) Question
The PICO(T) process was applied to create a focused clinical question:
– **P (Population):** Hospitalized patients at risk for pressure injuries
– **I (Intervention):** Use of specialized pressure-relieving mattresses
– **C (Comparison):** Standard hospital mattresses
– **O (Outcome):** Reduction in pressure injury incidence
– **T (Time):** During hospital stay
The resulting PICO(T) question for NURS FPX 4025 Assessment 3 is:
*”In hospitalized patients at risk for pressure injuries, does the use of specialized pressure-relieving mattresses, compared to standard mattresses, reduce the incidence of pressure injuries during hospitalization?”*
Significance of the PICO(T) Question
This PICO(T) question is significant because it addresses a common patient safety concern and identifies a specific, measurable outcome. Moreover, it supports the development of targeted interventions that are backed by research. The question also guides the search for high-quality evidence to inform clinical practice.
Conclusion
In NURS FPX 4025 Assessment 3, the PICO(T) process proved valuable for narrowing the focus of the clinical issue and forming an actionable research question. This approach enhances evidence-based practice by directing attention toward interventions with measurable impacts on patient care and safety.