Finding Information Framework
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The document presents a framework for finding information based on the type of question, categorizing inquiries into various fields including basic science and clinical aspects. It provides guidance on matching questions to appropriate resources such as textbooks, PubMed, and clinical databases. Additionally, it lists a series of point-of-care resources and services to assist users in their search for information.
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Finding Information Framework
- 1. Finding Information Framework What type of question do you have? Background Foreground Basic Science Clinical Clinical Rare/Academic Interest Common Point of Care (Focus on Patient Oriented Outcomes) Rare/Academic Interest (Try Point of Care Resources First) Resources/Services Basic Science Detailed Clinical Background Literature Search Point of Care Resources/ Government/Services This framework will guide you to: 1. Categorize your questions 2. Understand types of information resources 3. Match the right resource to your questions • Syllabi • Textbooks • PubMed • DynaMed Plus • Textbooks • Laboratory/Testing • PubMed • Clinical Queries (PubMed) • Scopus • Dynamed • Merck Professional • ePSS (USPSTF) • Lexi-Comp • Cochrane • TRIP database • Other Point of Care Resources • More Clinical Apps • CDC • Department of Public Health • Community Agencies/ Resources A project of the BUSM EBM Vertical Integration Group Once you figure out what type of question you have, go to the appropriate resource below: Information Resources • medlib.bu.edu/busm/fif • Questions? http://guides.lib.jmu.edu/physician_assistant schubecf@jmu.edu