Additional Resources
- Cochrane Library This link opens in a new window
Why Search Here?
You want to search Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and Database of Systematic Reviews at once.What's Included?
Cochrane Library Contains the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews at once, along with Cochrane Clinical Answers, a point-of-care decision making tool (not as robust as UpToDate), and Cochrane Methodology Register (ceased updates in 2012).
- AHRQThe Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is the lead Federal agency charged with improving the safety and quality of America's health care system. AHRQ develops the knowledge, tools, and data needed to improve the health care system and help Americans, health care professionals, and policymakers make informed health decisions.
Point of Care
- UpToDate This link opens in a new window
Why Search Here?
You are looking for current evidence-based information on medical topics, along with expert opinion to support your clinical decision making. UpToDate is our primary point-of-care resource at George Fox (along with Micromedex).Note: When accessing for the first time, all users must register an individual account. See LibGuide for detailed instructions.
What's Included?
Entries on over 12,400 topics, continuously updated and reviewed, covering internal medicine, pediatrics, patient education, drug information, etc. Graphics are included for most topics. Links to abstracts of supporting evidence are given, and evidence is ranked on a quality scale. Tools for calculating drug dosage and interactions are available. - Micromedex This link opens in a new window
Why Search Here?
You need evidence based reference information on a medication, or need to calculate drug dosage. A recommended point-of-care resource (along with UpToDate).What's Included?
Current information on drugs and medication. Tools for comparing drugs and calculating dosage. Includes RED BOOK for drug pricing and manufacturer information. - Nursing Reference Center Plus This link opens in a new window
Why Search Here?
You need to consult point-of-care information on a disease, drug, nursing skill or e-book of a reference work.What's Included?
Contains digestible summaries of diseases, skills, drugs, and other information useful to nurses. Contains e-books for reference works such as Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. NRC app available for download (see instructions).
