Formulating a PICOT question involves several steps:
Identify the clinical issue: Start with a broad topic or problem that you observe in your practice. Break down the issue: Use the PICOT framework to break down the issue into its components. Draft the question: Combine these components into a focused question. For example, "In elderly patients with diabetes (P), how does the introduction of a new diet plan (I) compared to the standard diet plan (C) affect blood glucose levels (O) over a six-month period (T)?".
