Topics for Clinical Question Paper?

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I was hoping someone could help me out...I have to write an evidence based paper on a clinical question for my med surg lecture class. An example of a topic is "Why do we turn immobile patients every two hours?" Any suggestions? Help please! Thanks

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"why do we monitor blood sugar on diabetics?" "why do we use the 7 rights?" the countless questions are out there!

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Why do we do three checks of medication? Why do we double check high-alert meds? Why do we put compression boots on post-surgical patients? Why do we administer prophylactic heparin on just about every patient? Why do we auscultate bowel sounds post-surgically?

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What is the benefit of meticulous oral care for CVA patients or others with compromised gag reflexes or impaired swallowing?

Actually, I think your example question is a great one...

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