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Searching the Literature: The Basics
Learn how to effectively search the literature with tips on asking questions, selecting resources, and developing search terms.
Getting Started
Ask a Question
Select a Search Resource
Develop Search Terms
Execute the Search
Access/Save Results
Evaluate & Improve Your Search
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Database Fundamentals
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Ovid Medline
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CINAHL
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Cochrane Library
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PubMed
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Web of Science
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Google Scholar
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Database Tutorials
Database Fundamentals
Ovid Medline
CINAHL
Cochrane Library
PubMed
Web of Science
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