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NURS 4134 – Harris

h4>Quick Links

Basic Population Information
Health Stats
National Stats

Finding Statistical Information

Here is a detailed walk through of the websites we discussed Wednesday in Library Instruction.
If you have any problems working on these sites, use the chat function located in this blog to get help from Reference during library hours. Also, you can contact Dana in the Government Documents Department (2nd floor south) either by phone, 974-2904, by email at govdocs@uco.edu, or by stopping by during library hours.

Basic Population Information

www.census.gov

Here is a quick screen cast of where you need to click on the website to find the information you need. Census Tutorial

1. Select American Fact Finder from the menu on the left.
2. For the most up to date information, I recommend using the American Community Survey. Click on “Get Data.”

3. I recommend using the 2006-2008 Estimates, which is what the survey defaults to. This allows you for populations of 20,000 or more. Use the options on the right side and select “Custom Table.”

4. Begin with the geographic selection. It is a scroll down menu. Once you find the proper geographic area, click “Add,” then “Next.”

5. The next option will be the custom tables for data selection (sex, race, age, etc.). Choose the “by keyword” for specific searching, or the “by subject” option for more guided searching. Once you find the specific request, click “Go.” If you are not quite sure what is included, highlight the option and click “What is This” for a brief explanation.

6. Once you click go, the options will be broken down for you to add to your table. Place a check mark next to what you want and click “add,” then “next.”

7. Finally, click “Show Result.” This will produce your report. You can then select to either print or download the information for ease in saving.

8. If your community is less the 20,000 people in population, use the Fast Facts area of American Fact Finder located at the top of the page. Here you can go to a zip code level, but the data is from the 2000 Census.

Health Stats

OK2Share from the Oklahoma Department of Health: www.ok.gov/health

I have provided you another screencast to help you on your way. OK2Share Tutorial.

1. From the above link, go to “Data and Statistics.” In the middle of the next page, you will see the first option, OK2Share. Click “more” underneath the bold title to access the database (will open in a new window.) Accept the agreement to access the information.

2. The database provides definitions for the available statistics. Use the left hand menu to select the appropriate statistic need. This will pull up the database section for that specific request. The good thing about this is that there are instructions to help you guide your way.

3. Work your way through the steps in order. If you come to an option where you want to select multiple options, use the “ctrl” key and click each option.

4. As in the video, keep track of the elements for your chart so you can organize the drill down menus to fit your information needs.

5. At the very bottom of your generated report, there are options to save as a PDF, Excel, or Word document for your convenience.

Other Oklahoma Stats can be found at below sites as well as the national statistics section of the blog.

  • CDC’s Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
  • CDC GIS Tools Also try here.
  • The CDC Wonder Database system is nice and can be accessed from this link.

    National Stats

    Fed Stats: www.fedstats.gov

    From the homepage, select “Topic Links-A to Z,” in the upper left section of the menu. This will bring the alphabetical topics page. Select “H” for health to select overall health topics, or browse the area for more specific information.

    By just clicking on health, you are put into Medline Plus from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. When you scroll through the front page, you can see the latest releases for a variety of topics (FYI: Health reports for the nightly news originate from this site.). Utilize the Reference Shelf for a list of statistical organizations.

    From the Reference Shelf, you can select the other helpful website, the National Center for Health Statistics (http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/).

    Also try the following:

  • Dept of Health and Human Services Gateway to Data and Statistics
  • Health Services and Sciences Research Resources This is a directory of research datasets and instruments used in health services research and public health.
  • Partners in Information Access for the Public Health Workforce This is a site that is a partnership between the federal government, public health organizations, and health science libraries. The link will give you a list of several health statistic reporting agencies.

    Additionally there are plenty of health statistics available on the Government Documents Statistics Page

    If you still are not finding what you are looking for, I recommend using USA.Gov (www.usa.gov), a Google type search engine devoted to state and national government websites. Here you will have a better chance to find more reliable information.

    Okay, well that’s about that. Remember, if you have any questions, you can always contact us at the Reference desk via email, phone (405-974-2878), chat, or text!

    See you around the library!

    Dana

    September 16, 2010 at 5:40 pm Leave a comment

  • NURS 4113 — Transition to BSN — Vessier @ RSC

    Welcome!

    I am Ona Lou Britton, campus  librarian at Chambers Library on the UCO campus. Please consult this blog for assistance with Dr. Vessier’s nursing assignments.

    Searching with CINAHL

     

    CINAHL – Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature. Comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health; global in scope.

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Searching CINAHL with subject headings

    CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of headings. Searching using these headings often yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching. This handout from the University of Nebraska explains the searching process. Watch this video for a brief demonstration of how to search using subject headings.

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    MeSH Subject Headings

    Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries. MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL.

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic – Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Other Databases to Consider

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental issues might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once. However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise. Still, it is useful in many instances. Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help? Just Ask Us! for more assistance!

    September 7, 2010 at 2:42 pm Leave a comment

    Research and Evidence-Based Practice – Tourelle

    Welcome

    I’m Paul Stenis, Reference/Instruction librarian at Chambers Library. We met Wednesday morning to talk about CINAHL, Medline with Full Text, wikis, and (last but not least) subject headings. Here’s a quick review.

    Searching CINAHL

    CINAHL — (Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature) is a comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health. CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of subject headings. Using these headings in your search yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching.

    To use CINAHL’s subject headings, called CINAHL Headings, go to the CINAHL database and click CINAHL Headings in the upper right corner. Then use this handout from the University of Nebraska to walk through the process of searching with CINAHL Headings.

    You can also watch this video for a brief demo on how to search with CINAHL subject headings.

    Other search tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Medline — provides comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields. Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries. MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL. Begin searching Medline subject headings by clicking MeSH in the upper right corner. Here’s a handout on MESH_Subject_Headings.

    Other Databases

    PsycInfo — is a comprehensive database for psychology materials. Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental health might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — is a comprehensive database for the social sciences. Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors,  gender, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once. However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise. Still, it is useful in many instances. Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Wikis

    Go to the PB Works website to set up a free Wiki. PB Works provides a video on how to use wikis on their support page.

    Handouts

    Have you got all that? Test your searching and subject heading skills with this scavenger hunt.

    Still not sure how to use subject headings? Use this step-by-step guide from the University of Nebraska to learn. (This is the same handout linked to above).

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide — Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help? Just Ask Us! for more assistance! Or you can email me (Paul) at pstenis@uco.edu.

    Good luck with your research!

    -Paul

    June 8, 2010 at 5:22 pm Leave a comment

    NURS 4153 – Research and Evidence-Based Practice – Tourelle

    Welcome

    I’m Paul Stenis, Reference/Instruction librarian at Chambers Library. We met last Thursday to talk about CINAHL, Medline with Full Text, wikis, and (last but not least) subject headings. Here’s a quick review.

    Searching CINAHL

    CINAHL — Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature is a comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health. CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of subject headings. Using these headings in your search yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching.

    To use CINAHL’s subject headings, called CINAHL Headings, go to the CINAHL database and click CINAHL Headings in the upper right corner. Then use this handout from the University of Nebraska to walk through the process of searching with CINAHL Headings.

    You can also watch this video for a brief demo on how to search with subject headings.

    Other search tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields. Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries. MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL. Begin searching Medline subject headings by clicking MeSH in the upper right corner. Here’s a handout on MESH_Subject_Headings.

    Other Databases

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental health might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors,  gender, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once. However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise. Still, it is useful in many instances. Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Wikis

    Go to the PB Works website to set up a free Wiki. PB Works provides a video on how to use wikis on their support page.

    Handouts

    Have you got all that? Test your searching and subject heading skills with this scavenger_hunt.

    Still not sure how to use subject headings? Use this step-by-step guide from the University of Nebraska to learn. (This is the same handout linked to above).

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help? Just Ask Us! for more assistance! Or you can email me (Paul) at pstenis@uco.edu.

    February 1, 2010 at 11:13 am Leave a comment

    NURS 4113 — Transition to BSN — Vessier

    Welcome!

    I am Ona Lou Britton, Reference/Instruction librarian at Chambers Library. Please consult this blog for assistance with Dr. Vessier’s nursing assignments.

    Searching with CINAHL

    CINAHL – Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature. Comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health; global in scope.

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Searching CINAHL with subject headings

    CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of headings. Searching using these headings often yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching. This handout from the University of Nebraska explains the searching process. Watch this video for a brief demonstration of how to search using subject headings.

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    MeSH Subject Headings

    Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries. MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL.

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic — Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Natural Standard – Aggregates and synthesizes data on complementary and alternative therapies.  Includes rankings for natural remedies and information on interaction with other medication.

    Other Databases to Consider

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental health might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors,  gender, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once. However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise. Still, it is useful in many instances. Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help? Just Ask Us! for more assistance!

    January 26, 2010 at 2:44 pm Leave a comment

    NURS 4113 — Transition to BSN — Vessier @ RSC

    Welcome!

    I am Ona Lou Britton, Reference/Instruction librarian at Chambers Library. Please consult this blog for assistance with Dr. Vessier’s nursing assignments.

    Searching with CINAHL

    CINAHL – Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature. Comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health; global in scope.

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Searching CINAHL with subject headings

    CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of headings. Searching using these headings often yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching. This handout from the University of Nebraska explains the searching process. Watch this video for a brief demonstration of how to search using subject headings.

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    MeSH Subject Headings

    Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries. MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL.

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic — Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Other Databases to Consider

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental issues might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once. However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise. Still, it is useful in many instances. Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help? Just Ask Us! for more assistance!

    September 1, 2009 at 1:34 pm Leave a comment

    NURS 4153 — Research & Evidence Based Practice — Tourelle

    Welcome!

    I am Ona Lou Britton, Reference/Instruction librarian at Chambers Library.  Please consult this blog for assistance with Dr. Tourelle’s nursing assignments.  This blog contains information about how to identify a scholarly article and where to search for them.

    Popular or Scholarly?

    Popular Articles

    • Are authored by journalists or free-lance writers
    • Assume readers have varied education levels and limited knowledge of the subject
    • Contain explanations for technical terminology
    • Rarely include first-hand research reports
    • Rarely include a Works Cited list

    Scholarly Articles

    • Have authors who are experts in the subject area
    • Assume readers have advanced knowledge of the subject area
    • Contain technical terminology unique to the subject
    • Often report on empirical research
    • Include a Works Cited list

    Searching with CINAHL

    CINAHL –  Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature.  Comprehensive database for articles pertaining to nursing and allied health; global in scope.

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles containing research reports

    Searching CINAHL with subject headings

    CINAHL categorizes its subject matter with a specific set of headings.   Searching using these headings often yields more targeted results than regular keyword searching.    This handout from the University of Nebraska explains the searching process.  Watch this video for a brief demonstration of how to search using subject headings.

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    MeSH Subject Headings

    Medline uses MeSH, Medical Subject Headings, to classify their entries.  MeSH headings are searchable using the same method used for CINAHL.

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic — Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Other Databases to Consider

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental issues might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnicity, economic factors, or age are pertinent to a condition or treatment.

    Searching Databases Simultaneously

    EBSCO has an option for searching several databases at once.  However, the limiters and subject headings vary from database to database, making this kind of search less precise.  Still, it is useful in many instances.  Watch this video for a demonstration.

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Need Help?  Just Ask Us! for more assistance!

    August 27, 2009 at 9:38 am Leave a comment

    NURS 4113 — Transition to BSN — Dr. Linda Steele

    Finding Scholarly Nursing & Health Articles

    Scholarly articles are written for readers who have advanced knowledge of their subject area. They often contain empirical research, are longer, and have a Works Cited list at the end.

    Databases for locating a scholarly article:

    CINAHL — (Recommended) Comprehensive database for nursing & allied health

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles including an experiment

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic — Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    Tip: Use Medline for more clinical information about a condition.

    Other Databases to Consider:

    Other databases may have information related to nursing, including these databases:

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental issues might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnic, economic, or age is a factor in a condition or treatment.

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources


    September 8, 2008 at 12:53 pm Leave a comment

    NURS 1221 — Introduction to Nursing — Dr. Steele

    Assignment: Find a popular and scholarly article on a medical condition and critique them

    Part I

    Scholarly articles are written for readers who have advanced knowledge of their subject area. They often contain empirical research, are longer, and have a Works Cited list at the end.

    Databases for locating a scholarly article:

    CINAHL — (Recommended) Comprehensive database for nursing & allied health

    Tips:

    • Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals
    • Limit Publication Type to Research for articles including an experiment

    HealthSource Nursing/Academic — Many full text articles on all aspects of health

    Tip: Limit search to scholarly/peer-reviewed journals on the Refine Search tab

    Medline — Comprehensive in-depth coverage of materials on all aspects of medicine. Directed to physicians more than nurses or allied health fields.

    Tip: Use Medline for more clinical information about a condition.

    Part II

    Popular articles are written for a general audience who know little about the subject area. Popular articles rarely have a Works Cited list.

    Database for locating a popular article:

    Academic Search Premier — Contains popular and scholarly articles on various subjects

    Tip: After searching, click on the “Magazines” tab at the top of the Result List. Clicking on this tab will display only articles from popular magazines such as Time or Good Housekeeping

    Other Databases to Consider:

    PsycInfo — Comprehensive database for psychology materials

    Tip: Consider checking PsycInfo for information about mental conditions or conditions where mental issues might be a factor, such as post-partum depression.

    SocIndex — Comprehensive database for the social sciences

    Tip: Consider checking SocIndex when ethnic, economic, or age is a factor in a condition or treatment.

    Finding a biography about a nurse:

    • Check the Nursing Biography Resources handout for useful books located in the library’s Reference Collection with short biographies of nurses
    • Use Biography Reference Bank database by typing your nurse’s name into the search box to find short biographies online
    • Use the UCO Library Catalog to find a book-length biography to check out from the library. Only very famous nurses will have book-length biographies

    Handouts:

    The Basics library guide — Consult to review searching techniques, locations, call numbers, etc.

    APA Style Guide – Consult this guide for correct information on citing sources

    Nursing Biography Resources — Consult for a list of useful books with biographies of nurses

    January 18, 2008 at 3:17 pm Leave a comment


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