Skip to main content
. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2017 Nov 1.
Published in final edited form as: J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 2016 Jul 27;33(6):432–446. doi: 10.1177/1043454216659449

Table 1. PICOT Questions.

1. Among newly diagnosed pediatric oncology patients and their family members, what educational method(s) (i.e. oral, written, interactive) are most effective and preferred by patients and family members to address informational needs?
2. What time after an initial pediatric oncology diagnosis is most effective and preferred by patients and family members for delivery of education?
3. What location is most effective and preferred by patients and family members to deliver and receive education after the initial pediatric oncology diagnosis?
4. From a patient, family member and healthcare provider perspective, what educational content is important and preferred for newly diagnosed pediatric oncology patients and their family members?
5. Among newly diagnosed pediatric oncology patients and their family members, what demographic factors (i.e. educational background, culture, language, literacy, gender), and/or clinical factors (i.e. anxiety, self-blame, misconceptions, family support) influence the initial educational information delivered and received (I.e. comprehend) after the oncology diagnosis?
6. Among newly diagnosed pediatric oncology patients and their family members, what interventions have been developed to improve the comprehension of information related to the diagnosis, treatment and care of the pediatric oncology patient?