Which statement reflects an important principle to be applied by the nurse who is developing a relevant clinical question regarding a specific patient concern, using PICO?
A) The type of question will determine which resources to access.
B) A systematic approach determines which questions will be asked.
C) The clinical question is formulated at the conclusion of the literature search.
D) Background questions are identified at the conclusion of the literature search.

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The type of question helps determine the resources to access to answer the question. Developing the clinical question is the most important step in the evidence-based process. The RN must develop a clinical question that encompasses the key components to ensure that the question addresses an answerable concern that can be converted into relevant application. Use of the PICO format allows the nurse to develop the question utilizing all needed components. A systematic approach that determines which questions will be asked is incorrect. All evidence-based research is a systematic approach. Formulation of the he clinical question at the conclusion of the literature search and identification of the background questions at the conclusion of the literature search are stated in the wrong order of the research process.

Which Statement Reflects an Important Principle to Be Applied by the Nurse