This issue of the "Inquiry and Innovation" column will spotlight the rapid critical appraisal of evidence step of the evidence-based practice (EBP) process. Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt describe seven steps in the EBP process. After the PICO question directs the search for evidence through literature and reputable websites (both discussed in previous columns), the content must be appraised for validity, reliability, clinical importance, and applicability to the practice under review.
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