With a librarian, it is better!!!
A recent study has has found quantitative evidence of a significant difference in search performance between paediatric residents or interns assisted by a librarian and those searching the literature alone.
Each participant searched PubMed and other online sources, performing pre-determined tasks including the formulation of a clinical question, retrieval and selection of bibliographic records. In the assisted group, participants were supported by a librarian with ≥5 years of experience. The primary outcome was the success of search sessions, scored against a specific assessment tool.
To read in Health information and Libraries Journal:
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1471-1842.2011.00957.x/abstract
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Consult with a librarian to find information more efficiently and effectively! (peer reviewed study summary) « Health and Medical News and Resources
November 16, 2011 at 10:27 am