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Using the CINAHL database

 

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Introduction

     Introduction

1.  CINAHL

     About CINAHL
     Accessing CINAHL
     Choosing CINAHL or Pre-CINAHL

2.  Basic Searching

     Starting your search
     Entering search terms
     Viewing search results
     PreCINAHL records
     PreCINAHL compared to CINAHL
     CINAHL records
     Function map

3.  Refining Your Search

     When to refine your search
     Expanding your search
     Limiting your search
     Using Boolean AND
     Using Boolean OR
     Using Boolean NOT
     Subject headings
     Search categories

4.  Printing, Saving & E-mailing Records

     Selecting articles
     Using the Folder
     Printing
     Saving
     Sending results by e-mail
     Saving searches

     Printable Checklist

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