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HLTH 401 Introduction to Healthcare Research Guide

Evidence-Based Research

Evidence-Based Research Tips

The search engines you will be using are not like Google. Break your question up into smaller keywords and use the Advanced Search function when possible.

Use "evidence-based" as one of the keywords to search for articles that have "evidence-based" in the abstract. This will usually indicate that the article is about an evidence-based practice topic.

Brainstorm keywords before you begin searching, and as you search. Your search strategies may change as you get to know the database and the terms and subject headings it uses for specific topics.

Evidence-Based Websites

The following databases are free to search, but may require a subscription to view the full-text articles. You may be able to view short articles and some fact sheets.