Defining the Population and Connection to the Evidence

Details for Paper (Illinois state)

PICOT: In patients with an Asian background, does routine depression screening compared to usual care without standardized depression screening lead to earlier identification of depressive symptoms in three to six months?

Update PICOT based on information below

Population: add Pediatric patients 18 years of age and under of asian background at annual primary care wellness checks. Define it further.

Intervention: Universal Depression screening of add specific (for example PHQ-9) – pediatric under 18 ; language, Asian community- validated. Identify the specific depression screening to be used

Outcome: Increase in number of completed screening. Define according to specific screening tool – Outcome – increased number of screenings. Define to be measurable.

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to provide a detailed, evidence-based description of the population (P) in a PICOT question. Students will analyze demographic characteristics, health needs, prevalence data, and contextual factors relevant to the selected population. This assignment emphasizes scholarly writing, the use of peer-reviewed literature, and the integration of local data.

Instructions

Students will submit a paper on the evidence base related to the identified population in PICOT for the applied project development. This paper will be including in the final Evidenced Based PICOT Proposal.

1. Select a Population

Choose the population (P) from your PICOT question. Examples include:

• Adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes and major depression in (specific community)
• Older adults at risk of falls and diagnosis of dementia
• Pediatric patients with asthma in specific setting
• Nurses working in ICU experiencing workplace burnout
• Unhoused adults with hypertension in rural southeastern Arizona

Identify a population that aligns with each component of the PICOT.

2. Write a 23 Page Paper

Your paper must include the following components:

Introduction

• Briefly present your PICOT question
• Introduce the population component of the PICOT
• Follow academic writing standards; this section introduces the population, not the paper itself

Population Description

Describe the characteristics of your population using evidence from peer-reviewed sources and local data. Address the following:

Demographic Characteristics

Include relevant factors such as:

• Age range
• Gender distribution
• Ethnicity or cultural considerations
• Socioeconomic factors
• Geographic or community setting (e.g., acute care, rural area, school system)

Health Condition or Issue

Provide a detailed explanation of:

• The condition or problem affecting this population
• Prevalence and incidence using national and local data
• Associated risk factors
• Consequences if the issue is not addressed

Unique Needs, Vulnerabilities, and Strengths

Discuss relevant social determinants of health, including:

• Access to healthcare
• Education level
• Environmental influences
• Insurance coverage
• Barriers to care
• Unique strengths

Explain why this population requires a targeted intervention.

Conclusion

Summarize the key characteristics of the population and explain why they are critical to the evidence-based intervention proposed in your PICOT.

Paper Formatting

• Use this Title Page Template
• Length: 23 double-spaced pages (excluding title page and references)
• Sources: 35 peer-reviewed academic sources published within the last 5 years
• Include at least one source of local data (e.g., county health department, state health dashboard, hospital quality reports)
• APA 7th edition format
• In-text citations and reference page required

Rubric:

Introduction

2.5 pts

Full Marks

Clearly presents a well-formulated PICOT question with a strong introduction to the population.

Population

3 ptsFull MarksThoroughly describes demographic characteristics, health conditions, and unique needs using extensive evidence from peer-reviewed sources and local data.

Use of Evidence

2 ptsFull MarksIntegrates a wide range of peer-reviewed literature and local data effectively to support analysis.

Conclusion

2.5 ptsFull MarksProvides a comprehensive summary of key characteristics and their importance to the PICOT intervention.