• Review the Resources and identify a clinical issue of interest that can form the basis of a clinical inquiry.
• Develop a PICO(T) question to address the clinical issue of interest you identified in Module 2 for the Assignment. This PICOT question will remain the same for the entire course.
• Use the key words from the PICO(T) question you developed and search at least four different databases in the Walden Library. Identify at least four relevant systematic reviews or other filtered high-level evidence, which includes meta-analyses, critically-appraised topics (evidence syntheses), critically-appraised individual articles (article synopses). The evidence will not necessarily address all the elements of your PICO(T) question, so select the most important concepts to search and find the best evidence available.
• Reflect on the process of creating a PICO(T) question and searching for peer-reviewed research.
Part 2: Advanced Levels of Clinical Inquiry and Systematic Reviews
Create a 6- to 7-slide PowerPoint presentation in which you do the following:
• Identify and briefly describe your chosen clinical issue of interest.
• Describe how you developed a PICO(T) question focused on your chosen clinical issue of interest.
• Identify the four research databases that you used to conduct your search for the peer-reviewed articles you selected.
Cost Implications: Managing PONV can increase the length of a hospital stay and raise healthcare costs. Proactively addressing this issue is vital for improving patient outcomes and optimizing resource utilization.
Slide 3: The PICO(T) Question
Developing a Focused Question
To address the clinical issue of PONV, I developed a focused and researchable PICO(T) question. This structured approach breaks down the problem into key components, guiding the search for evidence-based solutions.
P (Patient Population): Adult patients undergoing surgery.
I (Intervention): Aromatherapy with peppermint or ginger essential oils.
C (Comparison): Standard prophylactic antiemetic medication (e.g., ondansetron).
O (Outcome): Reduction in the incidence and severity of post-operative nausea and vomiting.
T (Time): Within the first 24 hours post-surgery.
Sample Answer
Slide 1: Title
Clinical Inquiry: Managing Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV)
[Your Name] Walden University Course: NURS 8700 Date: October 25, 2025
Slide 2: Clinical Issue of Interest
Clinical Issue: Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV)
Description: PONV is a common and distressing complication following surgery and anesthesia. It affects a significant number of patients, with incidence rates varying based on the type of surgery, anesthesia used, and patient risk factors.
Impact on Patients: PONV can lead to patient discomfort, a negative recovery experience, and decreased satisfaction. Severe cases can cause serious complications like dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and wound dehiscence.