The process of conducting an evidence-based review typically involves several steps:
1. Formulating a Clinical Question: Often framed using the PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome) format. 2. Searching for Evidence: Comprehensive searches of databases like PubMed, Cochrane Library, and CINAHL are conducted to gather relevant studies. 3. Appraising the Evidence: Critical appraisal tools are used to assess the quality and relevance of the studies. 4. Synthesizing Findings: Data from various studies are combined to draw more robust conclusions. 5. Applying the Evidence: The synthesized evidence is then applied to clinical practice, often in the form of guidelines or protocols.
