PICOT QUESTION FORMATION

PICOT Question Rubric

There should be no duplication of topics within the class

Excellent

10

Good

7 – 9

Fair

4 – 6

Poor

0 – 3

Score

Problem Identification

Problem is identified and stated clearly.

Problem is identified, but not stated clearly.

Problem is not identified.

Relevance of Problem to Clinical Practice and/or Nursing Profession

Background and significance of problem to nursing is clear, concise, and supported by adequate and current evidence.

Background and significance of problem to nursing is clear and concise. Some evidence is included to support the need to address the chosen problem OR evidence included is not current.

Background and significance of problem to nursing is unclear. No evidence is included to support the need to address the chosen problem.

Background and significance of the problem are not explained. No evidence is included to support the need to address this chosen problem.

PICO(T) Components

All PICO(T) components are clearly identified.

Most elements PICO(T) components are clearly identified.

Some PICO(T) components are clearly identified.

PICO(T) components are unclear leaving reader confused.

PICO(T) Question

PICOT question is concise and supported by background and significance of clinical problem to nursing. No errors in grammar and usage are noted.

PICOT question is supported by background and significance of clinical problem to nursing. Some errors in grammar and usage are noted.

Unclear how PICOT question is supported by background and significance of clinical problem to nursing.

PICOT muddled, elements missing or poorly narrowed.

Search Terms & Databases & Strategies

Identified search terms are logical and related to the question. Search strategies and selected databases are appropriate for the research question.

Search terms are related to the question, though some may be missing. Search strategies and selected databases are appropriate for the research question.

Search terms are related to the question, though some may be incorrect or missing. Search strategies and selected databases are not appropriate for the research question.

Search terms are not related to the question. Search strategies and selected databases are not appropriate for the research question.

Total Score for PICOT Question

/50