Nursing Reference Center

Today I looked at the nursing reference center. this database seems to have it all. On the home page there is a search bar. When a patrons is searching they can search by assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, or they can just do a general search. Users can also browse through a basic search or searches that are a little more specific like disease and conditions, patient education, and drug information. The home page also has a Spotlight section that highlights key features if the database. there is also a nursing news section that highlights all the new and updated news in the nursing world. There is an advanced search option as well. Users can limit by document type, publication date and expand by related words. When search results are returned users can even put the results in to catagories like legal cases, evidence based care sheets, and quick lessons or they can just view all returned results. When a users finds a publication they find useful there is a folder system. They can also print, export, or email the source. The site does offer a citation button and at the bottom of each entry there is a Reference section that lists all the sources the author used. I think this could really come in handy for students writing papers needing more sources. The thing i liked about this databse the most was that the entries were understandable. Many times i get on a pharmacy database and I have NO IDEA what they are talking about. This website is really easy to read and understand while still being very very educational. I read a few articles about Epidurals and i feel very informed :) I think this database is pretty great!