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Nursing

Resources and guidance on researching topics in nursing.

Starting Point

Step 1:  Think about your topic!  What questions are you trying to answer?

Step 2:  List terms that best represent the main concepts of your topic.

For example: 

  • anabolic steroids
  • athletes drug use
  • diabetes
  • diabetes and children
  • depression and women
  • eating disorders and girls

 

If nothing comes to mind, it is time to do some background research!

Background Sources

Start with MedlinePlus, by the National Library of Medicine, for a general introduction to many health topics, often written in a consumer-friendly language. It includes an online medical dictionary, an illustrated encyclopedia, and drug information.

 

Merck Manual Consumer VersionMerck Manual - Consumer Version provides reliable information on medical topics, symptoms, medical emergencies, drug information and medical news and commentary written for the general public. (For more in-depth, scholarly research, there is also a Professional Version).

Next, use medical reference books or medical textbooks to develop a greater understanding of your topic before you search for journal articles.

Merck Manual Professional VersionMerck Manual, Professional Version

 

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