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Access Pharmacy
Access Pharmacy is a comprehensive, content-rich online pharmacy resource that allows users to explore leading pharmacy references, search curriculum topics, research drugs and supplements.
Log in
To log in to Access Pharmacy, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).
Search
As highlighted in the image below, you can search Access Pharmacy in the following ways:
- Enter your keyword(s) for your topic in the search box at the top of the page.
- Use the navigation drop-down menus above the search box at the top of the page.
- Use the left and right arrows to browse the available books in the book carousel under the search box.
Create an Account
You can create an account in Access Pharmacy, which will allow you to make use of the study tools available. To create your account, select the My Profile menu in the upper right-hand corner and select Sign in or Create a Free Access Profile as shown in the image below.
Next, select Create a Free Access Profile as shown in the image below.
Note! It may take a bit of time for your account to be created so if you are not able to access the study tools immediately, wait for a bit and try again. You must also log into your account via the institutional login to Access Pharmacy every 90 days to keep your profile active.
Use the Study Tools
After you create an account, you can use the study tools. To access the tools, select Study Tools from the top navigation menu and choose from the list of review questions, drug challenges and flashcards, as shown in the image below.
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- Database - Access PharmacyAccessPharmacy contains the leading pharmacy textbooks, as well as quick references, an extensive multimedia library, pharmacotherapy patient-focused practice cases and extensive self-assessment tools based on the database’s content.
CINAHL with Full Text
The CINAHL database includes nursing and allied health literature that can be helpful for completing your assignments.
Log in
To log in to CINAHL, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).
Search
Enter your keywords for your topic in the search box(es) at the top of the page. The image below shows a search for heart disease AND statins with heart disease in the first box, AND selected from the drop-down menu and statins in the second search box.
You can also use the Limit Your Results section underneath the search boxes to help narrow your search. As shown in the image below, common filters include:
- Full Text (should be automatically checked)
- English Language
- Research Articles
- Published Date
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- Database - CINAHL with Full TextCINAHL with Full Text is the world’s largest source of full text for nursing and allied health journals and provides full text for more than 1,300 journals indexed in CINAHL.
DynaMed
DynaMed is a point of care database that provides information about diseases and conditions. In addition, you can find medication information and calculators.
Log in
To log in to DynaMed, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).
Search Diseases or Conditions
Enter a disease or condition in the search box at the top of the page. The image below demonstrates a search for chickenpox. Select the magnifying glass icon to search, and pick the result that best matches what you are looking for.
As highlighted in the image below, each entry will start with an overview and recommendations for the disease or condition. You can use the options in the left-hand navigation menu to find further information on topics, including epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis and management. Although the purpose of this database is to provide quick answers at the point of care, you will also find links to primary and secondary literature, including clinical practice guidelines.
Search Drug Information
To find drug information, use the Drugs A-Z, Drug Interactions and Calculators options in the top navigation menu, as shown in the image below.
Earn CMEs
You can earn continuing medical education (CME) credits and continuing education (CE) contact hours with every search by creating a personal account. Select Create Account in the top right-hand corner of the DynaMed homepage to get started.
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- Database - DynaMedDynaMed is the clinical reference tool that clinicians go to for answers. Look to DynaMed for the most current, evidence-based information available.
Micromedex
Micromedex is the leading provider of evidence-based clinical decision support, including information on medication and patient education for use in the clinical settings.
Log in
To log in to Micromedex, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).
Search
You can search by Drug, Disease, Toxicology or All (default) using the search box at the top of the page. The image below demonstrates a search for amoxicillin under All.
You can also use the top navigation menu options highlighted in the image below to explore other information in the database, including drug interactions, IV compatibility, drug comparisons and more.
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- Database - MicromedexMicromedex is the leading provider of information on medication and patient education for use in the clinical settings.
NatMed Pro
NatMed Pro is the best resource for finding information on complementary, alternative and integrative medicine treatments as well as their interactions with prescription medications.
Log in
To log in to NatMed Pro, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).
Search
The image below highlights a few options for searching this database:
- You can use the Databases or Tools options at the top of the page to search specific databases or tools.
- You can search by entering your topic keyword(s) into the search box at the top of the page.
- You can use the left-hand navigation menu to explore tools like interaction and effectiveness checkers.
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- Database - NatMed ProNatMed Pro provides evidence-based information on herbals, supplements and other natural or complementary therapies, i.e Yoga, Qi Gong, etc. All of the information is evidence-based, and the evidence is easily graded to determine the effectiveness.