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Daniela Barcarcel
St Thomas University
NUR 416-AP1
Prof Kathleen Price
07/04/202
Search Engines and Databases
To ensure both patient safety and the provision of the best possible healthcare, clinicians need to use trustworthy information sources. This kind of data can only be accessed in dependable medical search engines and databases, where you will come across clinical trial facts. Such sources encompass PubMed, Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health, and Cochrane Library. One must understand that databases have primary advantages allowing them to find trusted information from different areas. Hence, this research studies how to get reliable sources for clinical practice using search engines and databases by utilizing certain clinical importance-related key terms.
Search Engine or Databases
PubMed
The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine in the United States operates extensive resources like the PubMed database (Oermann et al., 2021). As a result of the inclusion of a diverse array of biomedical and life science publications, this database is indispensable for accessing anything that has been through specialist approval in the healthcare community. This search engine possesses numerous attributes. Among them are multiple filters that make search results compatible with specific clinical questions as well as more mindful search outcomes so it can assist users confronted with difficult searches. For example, sorting studies can depend on the type of research or publication year.
Cochrane Library
Cochrane Library is a unique source that provides access to current and reliable information that can be used in determining the efficacy of intervention in healthcare (Oermann et al., 2021). The databases mainly provide access to systematic reviews which have the highest level of evidence since they combine the findings from multiple primary studies. Additionally, the Cochrane Library is designed to allow access to reliable information and evidence that can support healthcare professionals in the decision-making process. The evidence collection from this database is updated regularly thus ensuring the availability of current information regarding evidence-based practices.
CINAHL
CINAHL is specific to nursing and the allied health sector, hence its pertinence, especially to practical medicine in these areas, and availability of a wide variety of articles that comprise peer-reviewed journals, books, and dissertations (Oermann et al., 2021). This specificity assures those looking it up that what they will get includes information they need as professionals in nursing or an allied health field. Additionally, this database provides guidelines on the formulation of PICOT questions.
Keywords Used in the Search
Locating credible sources for evidence-based practices requires using specific search terms, which can aid in filtering the eligible studies. In this case, the research topic is intermittent catheterization in lowering the incidences of catheter-associated urinary Infection (CAUTI) among the patient in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Some key terms I can use in locating research journals include intermittent catheterization, CAUTI, ICU, and standard care. Using these terms has been highly influential in finding relevant articles.
Effectiveness of databases in finding the articles
Accurate search criteria combined with the utilization of these databases have successfully led to the discovery of reliable and pertinent publications to support clinical practice. Seeking research that is directly relevant to patient treatment is the main objective of the search. From now on, I have found reliable sources that have offered insightful information that supports evidence-based practice by using these databases. The PubMed database allowed access to credible studies on the efficacy of intermittent catheterization by using the keywords. Through PubMed, I identified a study by Hu et al. (2022) that analyzes the effectiveness of novel interventions in lowering the risk of CAUTI.
Moreover, CINAHL is a good and reliable means of getting trustworthy sources for the study topic (Hopia & Heikkilä, 2019). Through the Cochrane Library, one can find reliable sources especially systematic reviews can provide evidence on the study topic.
Conclusively, search engines and databases are used to ensure that clinicians make decisions based on evidence from precise sources. These databases include Cochrane Library, PubMed, and CINAHL, while effective keywords enable health professionals to access pertinent data for their practice.
References
Hopia, H., & Heikkilä, J. (2020). Nursing research priorities based on CINAHL database: A scoping review. Nursing Open, 7(2), 483-494. https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.428 Links to an external site.
Hu, F. W., Yeh, C. Y., Huang, C. C., Cheng, H. C., Lin, C. H., & Chang, C. M. (2022). A novel intervention to reduce noninfectious and infectious complications associated with indwelling urethral catheters in hospitalized older patients: a quasi-experimental study. BMC geriatrics, 22(1), 426. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-022-03113-4 Links to an external site.
Oermann, M. H., Wrigley, J., Nicoll, L. H., Ledbetter, L. S., Carter-Templeton, H., & Edie, A. H. (2021). The integrity of databases for literature searches in nursing: avoiding predatory journals. Advances in Nursing Science, 44(2), 102–110. https://doi.org/10.1097%2FANS.0000000000000349
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Cherlanda Cenatus
St Thomas University
Professor: Kathleen Price
Class: NUR-416-AP1
Date:7/4/24
Search engines and databases are indispensable tools for finding scholarly articles and other resources necessary for academic and clinical practice. Understanding how to use these tools effectively can significantly enhance the quality and relevance of the articles used in research and practice.
Search engines, such as Google Scholar, provide broad access to a wide range of scholarly materials, including articles, theses, books, and conference papers. They are designed to index the web and provide search results based on relevance and citation metrics. Databases, on the other hand, are specialized repositories of academic and professional literature. Examples include PubMed, CINAHL, and MEDLINE, which focus on health sciences, nursing, and medical literature. These databases allow users to perform more precise searches using various filters and advanced search options (LoBiondo-Wood & Garber, 2016).
To identify articles for summaries, search engines and databases are essential. The process typically involves defining the research question, selecting appropriate keywords, and using the search tools to find relevant literature. For instance, if I am summarizing articles on pain management in oncology nursing, I would begin by selecting keywords and phrases such as “pain management,” “oncology nursing,” “cancer pain,” and “pain assessment.” When using a database like PubMed, I can refine my search by applying filters such as publication date, type of article (e.g., clinical trials, reviews), and specific journals. This helps in narrowing down the search results to the most relevant and high-quality articles. Search engines like Google Scholar also provide options to filter by year, which can be useful for accessing the most recent research (Polit & Beck, 2021). Choosing the right keywords is crucial for an effective search. Keywords should be specific enough to narrow down the search to relevant articles but broad enough to include all potential sources. For example, instead of using a general term like “nursing,” more specific terms like “oncology nursing practices” or “nursing interventions for cancer pain” yield more targeted results. Using Boolean operators (AND, OR NOT) can further refine searches. For instance, “pain management AND oncology nursing” will show articles that address both concepts. In my experience, carefully selected keywords have been effective in finding articles pertinent to clinical practice. For example, using “evidence-based practice in oncology nursing” has helped identify articles that directly impact clinical decision-making and patient care strategies in my field. According to LoBiondo-Wood and Garber (2016), using a combination of keywords and Boolean operators can significantly improve search outcomes by including a wide range of relevant articles while excluding non-relevant ones.
Finding relevant articles is essential for evidence-based practice, which is a cornerstone of modern nursing. Evidence-based practice involves integrating clinical expertise with the best available research evidence and patient values to achieve optimal health outcomes. By using search engines and databases effectively, I can ensure that the articles I summarize and use in practice are based on the latest and most reliable evidence. This directly translates to improved patient care and outcomes (Polit & Beck, 2021). For instance, recent studies on pain management techniques in cancer patients have informed my practice by providing insights into more effective pain assessment tools and intervention strategies. These articles, accessed through databases like PubMed and CINAHL, have offered evidence that supports the use of multimodal pain management approaches, which I have implemented in my clinical practice with positive results.
In conclusion, search engines and databases are vital tools for locating scholarly articles necessary for academic and clinical purposes. Effective use of these tools involves selecting appropriate keywords, utilizing advanced search options, and refining searches to include relevant literature. As a nurse, this process has been instrumental in finding articles that support evidence-based practice, enhancing patient care. The guidance provided by resources such as LoBiondo-Wood and Garber (2016) and Polit and Beck (2021) underscores the importance of strategic searching in achieving high-quality, relevant research outcomes.
References
LoBiondo-Wood, G., & Garber, J. (2016). Nursing Research: Methods and Critical Appraisal for Evidence-Based Practice. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (2021). Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice. Wolters Kluwer
