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Evidence-Based Practice: PICO

PICO Model for Foreground Questions

Use the PICO Model to ask a focused and well-articulated question that is relevant to the patient's clinical problem. PICO will help you identify search terms and develop your search strategy.

(Patient - Intervention - Comparison - Outcome) 

PICO Worksheet from the Baylor Health Sciences Library

PICO table developed by John Fullinwider, MLS.
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