Nursing
AORN eGuidelines+
AORN eGuidelines+ contains descriptive and comprehensive guidelines that reflect evidenced-based practices for the perioperative RN.
Key Features of AORN eGuidelines+
- Valuable resource for nurses seeking evidence-based information to support patient care.
- Access to the interactive visual medical program, Cinemed.
How to Access:
Go directly to AORN Guidelines
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- Under Popular Databases menu
AORN Guidelines has several ways to access the guidelines. Through the Guidelines tab, search using the search bar at the top of the page or browse by topic on the tools page..
Start your search with by typing your search terms in the search bar or by browsing the tools and applications.
Some additional tools available with the Guidelines+.
This resource requires an AORN account. Register at the login page on Cinemed.
Tutorials
From AORN:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Nursing Resource Type: Guidelines & Interactive Visual Media Tool Resources Available: Guidelines, Interactive Visual Media
CINAHL Ultimate
CINAHL Ultimate is an EBSCOhost database and provides full text access to articles in professional and academic journals on nursing, midwifery, and allied health care. Resources cover a variety of topics including:
- Ambulatory Care Nursing
- Cardiovascular Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing
How to Access:
- Search Bar - The search bar available on all pages searches most library resources, including CINAHL. This search option does not include access to CINAHL's specialized tools like Evidence Based Caresheets and the Subject Heading Thesaurus.
- CINAHL Logo available on the main page: The logo on the main page will take you directly the CINAHL search interface.
- Under Resource Guides on the menu bar.
From the CINAHL page, start a search type your terms in the. Use the field limiters and indexes to focus your search.
Search Help Guides From EBSCO:
Evidence Based CareSheets
Evidenced Based CareSheets (EBCS) are summaries on key topics focused on nursing practice. Each caresheet incorporates evidence, statistics, research, and references on the given topic. The references are ranked according to the type of literature they represent (systemic reviews, meta-analysis, etc.). You can find the EBCS on the top menu of the CINAHL interface.
CINAHL Subject Headings
CINAHL subject headings are based on the MeSH headings, with additional nursing and allied health headings added. The headings are updated annually and revised when needed. New MeSH terms are added when available.
Quick Lessons
Quick Lessons (QL) are clinically organized nursing overviews, with information mapped to the nursing workflow (description/etiology, signs and symptoms, assessment, treatment goals, red flags, what to tell the patient/patients family).
Tutorials
From EBSCO:
- CINAHL Ultimate Continuing Education Modules
- Printing Results
- Exporting Results
- Saving Searches
- Personal Account
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Nursing
Cochrane: Database of Systemic Reviews
Cochrane: Database of Systemic Reviews is the leading database for systematic reviews in health care. The CDSR includes Cochrane reviews (systematic reviews) and protocols for Cochrane reviews as well as editorials and supplements.
Key Features of Cochrane
- Resource for peer reviewed systemic reviews prepared according to Cochrane standards
- Highly concentrated searchable index of clinical trials.
- Readable, digestible, and clinically-focused clinical answers.
How to Access:
Go directly to Cochrane Library
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- Under Database List on the main page.
Cochrane Library has several search options including Advanced Search, Search Manager, and CENTRAL (Cochrane's Databases of Trials)
Tools available with Cochrane Library
Tutorials
From Cochrane:
- Cochrane Library Field Guide
- Cochrane Library Search Syntax
- Cochrane Library Search Syntax Variations (use for converting searches)
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com
Target Audience: Nursing & Clinicians Resource Type: Database Resources Available: Systemic Reviews, Trials
Clinical Key for Nursing
Clinical Key for Nursing provides comprehensive, reliable information for nurses and interprofessional teams, enabling consistent care.
Key Features of Clinical Key for Nursing:
- Quality reference materials for user at the point of care.
- Topic summaries, clinical guidelines, and clinical calculators.
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Setting up Personal Accounts, Off-Network Access, and Mobile Apps for Clinical Key for Nursing
Go directly to Clinical Key for Nursing
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- Clinical Key Logo available on the main page: The logo on the main page will take you directly to the Clinical Key search interface.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone.
Smart Search:
Begin typing in the search bar to get started. Smart Search immediately offers shortcuts and suggested terms.
Scoped Search:
Use the Types filter on the search bar or use the applications below the search bar to filter results before searching.
Clinical Calculators aid nurses in assessment and decision making to help support their goals of improved patient outcomes. Calculators link out from here, can be searched in the main Library Catalog, by searching in Clinical Key for Nursing search bar, and through the Calculators box shown below.
Research driven answers to your clinical questions.
Procedure Videos and Multimedia
Watch videos that demonstrate best medical practice and view images and videos organized by specialty.
Tutorials
From Elsevier:
- Using Clinical Key for Nursing (video)
- Getting Started in Clinical Key
- Continuing Education Credits
- Clinical Calculators
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Nursing
Dynamic Health
Dynamic Health CDS+Skills is designed to provide fast, accurate, and actionable answers to questions as they arise at the point of care.
Key Features of Dynamic Health:
- Synthesized evidenced-based information on diseases, conditions, signs and symptoms, tests and labs, and care interventions
- Drug monographs from Davis' Drug Guide
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Setting up Personal Accounts, Off-Network Access, and Mobile Apps for Dynamic Health
Other Ways to Access Dynamic Health
- Library Catalog Search Bar available at the top of this page and all library pages.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone.
When searching Dynamic Health, you have the ability to search for content related to:
- Diseases and Conditions
- Signs and Symptoms
- Tests and Labs
- Care Interventions
- Skills and Skill Guides
- Drug Guide
- Patient Handouts
To begin your search, start typing terms in the search bar. Choose “Go To” to go directly to the topic or “Search For” to see all results.
Thorough overviews of diseases and conditions for the interprofessional team.
Guidance on abnormalities that can indicate a medical condition.
Tests & Labs
Located in the top menu bar. This includes: Imaging Tests, Lab Tests, Assessments, and Diagnostic Procedures.
Interventions
This includes Care Interventions and Treatment Modalities.
Powered by Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses, from F.A. Davis Company.
Learn how to deliver culturally sensitive care to different faith and heritage groups.
Explore leadership and management topics related to leader development, human resources, professional development, case management, and more.
Tutorials
From EBSCO:
- Searching Dynamic Health
- Claiming Contact Hours
- Dynamic Health User Guide
- Dynamic Health Tutorial Video
- Sharing Links to Dynamic Health Content
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Nursing
Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI)
Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Evidence-Based Database allows you to search simultaneously, a wide range of summarized and appraised evidence, to inform your practice.
Key features of JBI Evidence-Based Database:
- Subject Area Nodes
- Recommended Practices
How to Access:
Medical Library Quick Guide on how to log in and create a personal account on Ovid.
Other Ways to Access JBI
- Library Catalog Search Bar available at the top of this page and all library pages.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- For quick access to the syntax search functions: JBI EBD.
Searching JBI:
To begin you search on the JBI entry page, start typing your search terms into the bar. Ovid suggests using starting your search with the basic search setting. Search terms will be highlighted yellow and related terms will be highlighted in teal on your results page.
JBI's natural language search will automatically select and search related terms. The terms included in your search will appear on the lefthand side of the search results.
PACES
Practical Application of Clinical Evidence System (PACES) is a software package designed to assist in the conduct of JBI evidence implementation programs, including evidence-based audit and feedback.
- Basics of JBI PACES
- Setting Up Your Project
- Log-in to your JBI PACES account - Users will need to set up an account with MyJBI. This is separate from your Ovid Account.
- Data Collection
Tutorials
From Ovid:
- The JBI EBP Database on Ovid (Video)
- Basic Search
- Find Citation
- Search Tools for All Ovid Databases
- Advanced Search
- Exporting Results
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Nursing
Clinicians
ClinicalKey
Clinical Key is a point-of-care clinical information service. It provides access to a unique combination of medical reference books, medical journals, drug information, and practice guidelines.
Key Features of Clinical Key
- Quality reference materials for user at the point of care.
- Clinical overviews, clinical guidelines, drug monographs, and clinical calculators.
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Setting up Personal Accounts, Off-Network Access, and Mobile Apps for ClinicalKey
Go directly to Clinical Key
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- Clinical Key Logo available on the main page: The logo on the main page will take you directly the Clinical Key search interface.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone.
Smart Search:
Begin typing in the search bar to get started. Smart Search immediately offers shortcuts and suggested terms.
Scoped Search:
Use the Types filter on the search bar or use the applications below the search bar to filter results before searching.
Clinical Calculators aid nurses in assessment and decision making to help support their goals of improved patient outcomes.
Drug and dosing information to guide treatment.
Educate and empower your patients
Comprehensive clinical topic summaries.
Identify best treatment options within a drug class
Latest clinical guidelines from leading organizations.
Tutorials
From Elsevier:
- Welcome to Clinical Key (video)
- Getting Started in Clinical Key
- Earn CME through Clinical Key
- Register for a Personal Account
- Enhance Your Search
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Clinicians
DynaMedex
DynaMedex is point‑of‑care tool. It provides comprehensive bullet points of treatment options, in‑depth drug information, and advanced search capabilities of Micromedex.
Key Features of DynaMedex
- Quality reference materials for users at the point of care.
- Clinical overviews, clinical guidelines, drug monographs.
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Setting up Personal Accounts, Off-Network Access, and Mobile Apps for DynaMedex
Go directly to DynaMedex
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- DynaMedex logo on the main page links directly to the search interface.
- Under Popular Databases menu.
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play.
DynaMedex combines the clinical expertise and curated disease content of DynaMed with the comprehensive drug information and AI search capabilities of Micromedex.
Start your search by typing terms in the search bar or by browsing the tools and applications.
Browse and follow collections of evidence‑based topics.
Stay up to date on specialties and topics.
Neonatal drug monographs from Micromedex®.
2500+ NCCN‑reviewed chemotherapy regimens describing accepted treatments in cancer care.
Convert signs and symptoms into a list of relevant diseases or triage advice.
Quick access to patient information sections of topics.
Interactive calculators, equations, and decision trees.
Drug Interaction Checker & IV Compatibility Tool
Available in the Drug Resources menu on Micromedex: Drug Interaction Checker and IV Compatibility Tool.
Tutorials
From EBSCO:
- DynaMedex Tutorial (video)
- DynaMedex Mobile App Tutorial (video)
- Claiming CME
- Signing up for a Personal Account
- Citing a Topic
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical‑Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Clinicians
MEDLINE
MEDLINE is the National Library of Medicine's (NLM) bibliographic database. It contains more than 31 million references to journals in the life sciences with a concentration in biomedicine. MEDLINE records are indexed with Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). MEDLINE contains records from 1966 to present as well as selective coverage prior to 1966.
SMHHS Medical Library provides multiple access points and interfaces to search MEDLINE.
- PubMed: The link to the PubMed interface can be found on this page, in the Popular Databases menu and the Library Catalog.
- Ovid: The Ovid MEDLINE interface can be access via the Ovid logo found in the main page, the Popular Databases menu, and the Library Catalog
- EBSCO: The EBSCO MEDLINE interface can be accessed via the Library Catalog.
You can start all MEDLINE searches from your preferred interfaces main search bar.
Search Help Guides From PubMed
Search Help Guides From Ovid
Search Help Guides From EBSCO
Platform Performance
Search Results Outliers Among Platforms This article investigates the varied result counts of the same query across platforms.
Transpose Searches Between Platforms
The various platforms have slight differences in indexing and preferred search terms. Use MEDLINE Transpose to translate your searches between platforms.
Topic Searching in PubMed: Using the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) - Training Course
Learn how to use MeSH for searching in PubMed and across the other platforms. This is a self-paced course. No registration is required to access the resources.
Tutorials
Medline Resources:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Clinicians
PubMed
PubMed is a free resource comprised of more than 38 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books.
Key Features of PubMed
- Easy to use database with comprehensive coverage including MEDLINE citations.
- Valuable resource for clinicians seeking evidence-based information to support patient care.
How to Access: All PubMed Links on the library website direct to a SMHCS Medical Library supported interface. Cookies from the link will last for 8 hours before needing to refresh with a new link out from the library. The SMH interface will allow you to access content and request ILL directly from Pubmed.
Go directly to PubMed
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- PubMed Logo available on the main page: The logo on the main page will take you directly the PubMed search interface.
- Under Popular Databases menu
PubMed comprises more than 38 million citations from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books.
Start your search by typing your search terms in the search bar or by browsing the tools and applications.
MeSH is a National Library of Medicine (NLM) controlled vocabulary. More information on how to use the MeSH Database can be found here.
This tool uses predefined filters to help you quickly refine PubMed searches on clinical or disease-specific topics.
Use this tool to find PubMed citations.
Use this tool to retrieve multiple PubMed PMIDs.
Tutorials
From PubMed:
- PubMed Help & FAQs
- How PubMed Works - Webinar Playlist
- PubMed® Online Training
- Resources for Researchers
- Resources for Healthcare Professionals
- Cite, Save, and Share
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Clinicians Resource Type: Research Database Resources Available: Systemic Reviews, Clinical Trials, Guidelines, Original Research, Studies
UpToDate
UpToDate is an evidence-based point-of-care resource authored by physicians.
Key Features of UpToDate
- Quality reference materials for user at the point of care.
- Clinical overviews, clinical guidelines, drug monographs, and patient education.
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Setting up Personal Accounts, Off-Network Access, and Mobile Apps for UpToDate
Go directly to UpToDate
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- UpToDate Logo available on the main page: The logo on the main page will take you directly to the DynaMedex search interface.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone.
Start your search by typing your search terms in the search bar or by browsing the tools and applications.
NOTE: This tool does not address chemical compatibility related to I.V. drug preparation or administration. Browse and/or follow our collections of evidence-based topics.
UpToDate offers two levels of content for patients: basic or beyond the basics. Basic content is written in accordance with the plain language principles. It will answer four to five of the most common questions a patient might have. Beyond the Basics is longer, more detailed content best used for patients comfortable with medical terminology.
Interactive guides to help make appropriate decisions related to specific clinical questions
Stay in the know with important changes in medicine.
Interactive calculators and equations
Tutorials
From UpToDate:
- UpToDate Quick Reference Guide
- Earning and Redeeming CME and MOC
- Using Clinical Tools
- Using Drug Referential Content & Tools
- Register for an Account
- Cite a Topic
- Pathways & Lab Interpretation
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Clinicians Resource Type: Point of Care Tool Resources Available: Clinical Answers, Drug Information, Patient Education
Pharmacy
MicroMedex
MicroMedex is a comprehensive, evidence-based database of drug, disease, and toxicology information.
Key Features of MicroMedex:
- Evidence based clinical resources to support informed evidenced-based decisions
- Patient education for conditions, diagnoses, labs, and procedures, written for every stage of care in multiple languages.
- An interface providing trusted evidence and global guidance with a Pharmaceutical perspective
How to Access: SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Off-Network Access and Mobile Apps for Micromedex
Go directly to MicroMedex
- Using the Library Catalog search bar at the top of every library page.
- MicroMedex Logo available on the main page.
- Under Popular Databases menu
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone.
Micromedex searches can all start in the search bar. For quick answers, you can use the Micromedex Assistant search bar.
Micromedex Assistant
Search for quick answers
Drug Interactions
Search drug names (generic or brand) and add to the drugs to check column.
IV Compatibility
Add drugs and press view compatibility.
Drug ID
Search by imprint code
Drug Comparison
Search for drug name (generic or brand) and add to search field.
CareNotes
Easy-to-understand informational handouts on standard treatments for various diseases and conditions.
NeoFax/Pediatrics
NeoFax and Pediatrics is a solution that provides clinicians with tools to efficiently and safely manage complex scenarios for neonatal and pediatric patients.
Tox & Drug Product Lookup
Tools and resources used to identify and find information about drugs, chemicals, and other potentially toxic substances.
Calculators
Clinical Calculators
Tutorials
From MicroMedex:
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com
Target Audience: Nursing & Clinicians Resource Type: Systemic Reviews
Sanford Guide
Sanford Guide provides up to date, concise recommendations for treatment of infectious diseases.
Key Features of Sanford Guide:
- Calculators for common dosing adjustments
- Tables & tools covering adverse effects, drug interactions and more.
- Continuously updated content for the best available evidence.
How to Access:SMHCS Medical Library Guide to Off-Network Access and Mobile Apps for Sanford Guide
Go to Sanford Guide
Other Ways to Access Sanford Guide:
- Library Catalog's Search Bar available at the top of this page, and all other library pages.
- Under Popular Databases menu.
- The Sanford Guide logo on the main library webpage.
- Download the mobile app through Apple Store or Google Play to use on your phone. Medical Library Guide for accessing Sanford Guide App
You can start your Sanford Guide search in the search bar in the upper right-hand corner of the screen, using the quick links, or using the tools at the top of the page.
Tutorials
From Sanford Guide:
From SMHCS Medical Library:
Library Assistance
For search assistance please email Medical-Library@smh.com.
Target Audience: Pharmacy & Clinicians