Where to Find Evidence-Based Research
The following databases are great for searching for evidence-based practice. Start with a PICO(T) question and then use P, I, and O for your search terms.
- 7 Steps to the Perfect PICO searchThis handout shows you how to formulate a PICO search.
- Logan's Guide to PICO(T) SearchingRequires SUNY Brockport login.
Now, use your keywords in the following databases:
- CINAHL Ultimate This link opens in a new windowThis is the definitive research database for nursing and allied health professionals. This is an upgrade from CINAHL Complete.
- MEDLINE with Full Text This link opens in a new windowMajor database for research in medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine and much more. Includes content from the free online database PubMed.
- Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews This link opens in a new windowThe Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR) is the leading journal and database for systematic reviews in health care. The CDSR includes Cochrane Reviews (systematic reviews) and protocols for Cochrane Reviews as well as editorials and supplements.
- PubMed This link opens in a new windowPubMed comprises more than 25 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. Citations may include links to full-text content from PubMed Central and publisher web sites.
- TRIP - Turning Research Into PracticeHas a lot of free content, and may link to research articles that can be found through Library Search
You can search several of our databases together using the search box here:
Hierarchy of Evidence Pyramid
There are different levels of rigor when it comes to evidence. This pyramid of evidence ranks evidence from weakest. From weakest to most rigorous, they are: animal and laboratory studies, case reports, case control studies, cohort studies, randomized control trials, meta-analysis system & systematic review, clinical practice guidelines.
Last Updated: Oct 2, 2024 8:21 PM
URL: https://library.brockport.edu/ebp
URL: https://library.brockport.edu/ebp