A 75-year-old female in good health with normal cholesterol levels and no chronic diseases has made an appointment to see the GP. She comes to the c
A 75-year-old female in good health with normal cholesterol levels and no chronic diseases has made an appointment to see the GP. She comes to the clinic because she is starting to notice that she is forgetting things more often and having problems balancing her check book and playing brain teaser games with her grandchildren. Her husband says he hasnt notice anything different about her. But shes fearful that she might be getting Alzheimers Disease. She said her neighbour told her that Lipitor is supposed to help with the symptoms or maybe even prevent Alzheimers disease(AD). She wants your advice. Would this help? You recall a few patients complaining about memory problems while on statins but dont know the data on reducing the risk of AD or associated cognitive symptoms. You tell her youll get back to her. You ask her about any other medications she might be on, and she tells you that she is taking Sporanox for a toenail infection.
Students will investigate a clinical issue provided in a scenario, using the PICO format. In this assessment students will address the first two stages of the evidence-based practice process, which include formulating an answerable question and acquiring the appropriate evidence.
Students are required to:
1. Formulate the four/five components of each PICO(T) question related to the given scenario.
2. Identify 2 databases to begin literature search for evidence.
3. Show and briefly explain search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature in one of the two databases.
4. Identify two relevant pieces of evidence from your search.
Rubric
N9007 Assessment 1
N9007 Assessment 1
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeKnowledge application
5to >4.0pts
High Distinction(HD)
Clearly understands the purpose and structure of PICO(T) and applies it accurately to the given scenario
4to >3.5pts
Distinction = D
Demonstrates understanding of the purpose and structure of PICO(T) and applies to accurately to the given scenario
3.5to >3.0pts
Credit
A good understanding of the purpose and structure of PICO(T); some application to the given scenario
3to >2.5pts
Pass
A basic understanding of the purpose and structure of PICO(T); some application to the given scenario
2.5to >1.5pts
Fail -N2
A poor understanding of the purpose and structure of PICO(T); limited or no application to the given scenario
1.5to >0pts
Fail-N1
No understanding of the purpose, application or structure of PICO(T5pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSkills in using databases
10to >8.0pts
High Distinction(HD)
Clearly Identifies two appropriate databases to begin a literature search for suitable evidence; explains well the search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature in a succinct manner.
8to >7.0pts
Distinction = D
Clearly identifies two databases to begin a literature search for suitable evidence; provides a sound explanation of the search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature in a succinct manner
7to >6.0pts
Credit
Identifies two databases to begin a literature search for suitable evidence; provides a reasonable explanation of the search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature
6to >5.0pts
Pass
Identifies two databases to begin a literature search for suitable evidence; provides an adequate explanation of the search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature
5to >4.4pts
Fail -N2
Identifies one or two databases to begin a literature search for suitable evidence; poor explanation is given about the search strategies undertaken to find the relevant literature
4.4to >0pts
Fail-N1
Databases are not identified clearly for the literature search
10pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRelevant evidence, Academic style &References
5to >4.0pts
High Distinction(HD)
The two presented pieces of evidence are excellent examples; accurate use of APA referencing style on all occasions; there are no errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that impact on readability
4to >3.5pts
Distinction = D
The two presented pieces of evidence are sound examples; accurate use of APA referencing style on most occasions; there are no or minimal errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that impact readability
3.5to >3.0pts
Credit
The two presented pieces of evidence are good examples; some inaccuracies in APA referencing style; there are some errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that impact readability
3to >2.5pts
Pass
The two presented pieces of evidence are adequate examples; several inaccuracies in APA referencing style; there are several errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that impact readability
2.5to >1.5pts
Fail -N2
The two presented pieces of evidence are not convincing examples; significant inaccuracies with APA referencing style; there are substantial errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that impact readability
1.5to >0pts
Fail-N1
Very limited references used, or they are not credible nor relevant; inaccuracies with the APA referencing style
5pts
Total Points:20
