Research studies must be scrutinized to be deemed credible and trustworthy. Choose all the strategies that may be used to critically appraise a research study. (Select all that apply.)
A) Examine the validity of the research.
B) Look at the reference list of the study.
C) Look for criteria of inclusion.
D) Look for use of PICO format.
E) Examine the credentials of the authors.
F) Look for a proper sample size.

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Examining the validity of the research, looking at the reference list of the study, and looking for criteria on inclusion are all strategies that can be used to appraise research studies critically. PICO is an acronym used to describe one format that includes four elements needed to construct a good clinical question. Looking for the PICO format and looking for a proper sample size are not strategies for critically appraising research studies.

Research Studies Must Be Scrutinized to Be Deemed Credible and Trustworthy