Here are three sample searches for you to work through. Each step of the search process is explained, as are the search progresses. The databases used are:
Run these saved searches, and then try and replicate them yourself in the relevant database. Remember you can seek help from your local NHS Librarian if you need further support, or help using other databases.
PubMed
Here is a search we conducted earlier in PubMed. It demonstrates some of the techniques described in the search techniques unit.
PubMed Clinical Queries
Here is a search we conducted earlier in PubMed Clinical Queries. It demonstrates some of the techniques described in the search techniques unit.
Cochrane Library
Here is a search we conducted earlier in The Cochrane Library. It demonstrates some of the techniques described in the search techniques unit.
