330 likes | 449 Vues
This guide provides essential information for effectively navigating library resources at the Preston Smith Library of the Health Sciences. It covers how to locate journal holdings in the Gold Rush catalog, using databases for specific topic searches, and understanding citation formats. Additionally, explore the Joanna Briggs Institute’s evidence-based practice resources for nursing. For personalized assistance, consider scheduling an appointment with library staff. Don't forget to complete the online evaluation after the session!
E N D
MSN Orientation Pt.3 Margaret Vugrin MSLS, AHIP Preston Smith Library of the Health Sciences 1/6-7/2014
X X
GOLD RUSH • The library’s catalog for journal holdings • Go to Gold Rush to look up a specific citation • Don’tgo to Gold Rush to search for a topic • (ex: “acute asthma” – use databases for these kinds of searches)
Full Citation Information Lancet = Journal Name 2012 = Year of publication Aug 18 = Date of specific issue 380 = Volume Number (9842) = Issue 651-9 = Pages DOI = Document Identifier
eJournals Search by *journal title* Ex: Lancet
When in doubt, choose title that sounds the most inclusive International
Find the Volume (380) Find the Issue (9842)
Scroll to find the article PDF Full-text
Joanna Briggs Institute • International collaboration dedicated to EBP specifically for nursing • Concise evidence summaries, best practices, systematic reviews • Clinical in scope
From library’s home page Popular Resources by School - Nursing
Best to make appointment! If Possible…
Thank you! Please complete the online evaluation on the desktop of your computer: Orientation Evaluation *** Instructors: Micah Walsleben, Peggy Edwards, Margaret Vugrin Date: Jan. 6 or 7, 2014 Time: 1:30 pm or 3:30 pm, 8:00am