| I need: | Example: | Resources to consider: |
|---|---|---|
| Point of Care Resources | What are the symptoms of menopause? | |
| Background information |
I have a new patient with lupus and I need to learn about it. |
Textbooks |
| Calculator, Rule, Table, Lab Result, Procedure or Test | What is the dosing conversion for lorazepam and diazepam? |
Lexi-Comp Online (for drugs) |
| Practice Guidelines |
What is the current guideline for management of type 2 diabetes in adults? What are the recommended screening guidelines for your new patient? |
PubMed (use article type filter to limit to "practice guidelines") ECRI Guidelines Trust (requires free registration) |
| Drug Information |
Are the two IV infusion drugs, cefazolin and acetaminophen compatible at the Y-site? |
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| An answer to a narrower, focused clinical question | In a toddler with croup, do glucocorticoids reduce symptoms? |
Embase (PICO search option) |
| Information to Share with Patients | Where can I find some nutrition information for my newly-diagnosed patient with diabetes? | |
| Dermatology | Does this patient have rosacea? |
Fitzpatrick's dermatology in general medicine
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Adapted from Dartmouth College Biomedical Libraries' Finding Evidence-Based Answers to Clinical Questions-Quickly and Effectively
