Checklist for Critically Appraising Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs)

 

CPG chosen for this appraisal:

• Antenatal and Postnatal Mental Health: Clinical Management and Service Guidance

Please respond to the following questions.  Support your responses with examples from the CPG.

1. Is the guideline development process clearly described and transparent?
2. Are conflicts of interest disclosed and appropriately managed?
3. Was the guideline developed by a multidisciplinary team, including clinical experts and patient representatives?
4. Was the guideline informed by a systematic review of the evidence?
5. Are the recommendations clearly linked to the supporting evidence?
6. Is the strength of each recommendation and quality of evidence clearly stated?
7. Are the recommendations specific, unambiguous, and actionable?
8. Was the guideline externally reviewed by relevant stakeholders or experts?
9. Does the guideline include a plan for regular review and updates?
10. Is the guideline relevant and applicable to your clinical population and practice setting?

Summary:  Based on your critical appraisal of this clinical practice guideline, summarize your overall evaluation of its quality and applicability. How would you integrate the information into your practice as a PMHNP? If you found the guideline lacking or inappropriate, what alternative resources or strategies would you use to guide your clinical decision-making?

Checklist for Critically Appraising Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs)

 

CPG chosen for this appraisal:

 

• Antenatal and Postnatal Mental Health: Clinical Management and Service Guidance

Please respond to the following questions.  Support your responses with examples from the CPG.

1. Is the guideline development process clearly described and transparent?
2. Are conflicts of interest disclosed and appropriately managed?
3. Was the guideline developed by a multidisciplinary team, including clinical experts and patient representatives?
4. Was the guideline informed by a systematic review of the evidence?
5. Are the recommendations clearly linked to the supporting evidence?
6. Is the strength of each recommendation and quality of evidence clearly stated?
7. Are the recommendations specific, unambiguous, and actionable?
8. Was the guideline externally reviewed by relevant stakeholders or experts?
9. Does the guideline include a plan for regular review and updates?
10. Is the guideline relevant and applicable to your clinical population and practice setting?

Summary:  Based on your critical appraisal of this clinical practice guideline, summarize your overall evaluation of its quality and applicability. How would you integrate the information into your practice as a PMHNP? If you found the guideline lacking or inappropriate, what alternative resources or strategies would you use to guide your clinical decision-making?