LPN Guide

Trocaire College Libraries

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Research Databases: Journal Articles and Images

The complete list of our databases and more are available in the Resources section of the website.

Articles not available in full-text can be requested through Interlibrary Loan.

CINAHL Complete (EBSCOhost)

CINAHL Complete is the definitive database for many types of sources in the field of nursing. This database contains not only journal articles but also care plans, book chapters, clinical trials, evidence-based practice care sheets, protocols and images.


Click here to link to an in-depth guide to searching CINAHL Complete.

Other EBSCOhost Databases

EBSCO has other journal article databases in the field of nursing:


Click here to link to an in-depth guide to searching EBSCOhost.

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Citation Tips for CINAHL Complete and other EBSCOhost Databases

Look for the Tools on the right side of the window. Click the page icon. Select the citation style needed. Simply copy and paste the citation to your paper.


Please be aware that the citation may be correct but the format of the citation may be incorrect. If you need help setting up a citation or reference page, check out our Citation Help page or contact a librarian.

ProQuest

ProQuest has three options:


Click here to link to an in-depth guide to searching ProQuest Central.

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Citation Tips for ProQuest

Look for the light blue tool bar below the search bar . Click the Citation Tools option at the top of the list. Select the citation style needed. Simply copy and paste the citation to your paper.


Please be aware that the citation may be correct but the format of the citation may be incorrect. If you need help setting up a citation or reference page, check out our Citation Help page or contact a librarian.

Gale

Gale has a collection of different databases to use:


Click here to link to an in-depth guide to searching Gale.

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Citation Tips for Gale

Look for the Tools on the right side of the window. Click the Cite icon in the middle of the list. Select the citation style needed. Simply copy and paste the citation to your paper.


Please be aware that the citation may be correct but the format of the citation may be incorrect. If you need help setting up a citation or reference page, check out our Citation Help page or contact a librarian.

More Databases

  • Image Quest is helpful when you are looking for a graphic to place in a presentation or research paper. This database also helps in citing the image.

E-journals

Below is a list of e-journals that can be accessed through our Library Catalog. Many have keyword searching, free access to articles, podcasts and videos.


Click on the titles below to access the journals directly:

Books

Access our library catalog to find books available in our collection. Reference and Reserve books may only be used in the Library. Circulating books may be checked out for 28 days. Reserve and circulating books require a valid Trocaire ID to be checked out. Books not available in our collection can be obtained through AcademicSHARE or Interlibrary Loan.


Subject and Call Number locations that are useful in nursing research:

  • Human Anatomy: QM
  • Physiology: QP
  • Microbiology: QR
  • Medicine: R
  • Public Aspects of Medicine:RA
  • Pathology: RB
  • Internal Medicine: RC
  • Examination and Diagnosis: RC 71 - 78.7
  • Popular Medicine: RC 81 - 82
  • Neurology and psychiatry: RC 321 - 576
  • Geriatrics: RC 952 - 954
  • Surgery: RD
  • Surgical nursing: RD 99 - 99.35
  • Gynecology and obstetrics: RG
  • Maternal care: RG 940 - 991
  • Pediatrics: RJ
  • Pediatric nursing: RJ 245 - 247
  • Dermatology: RL
  • Pharmacology: RM
  • Pharmacy: RS
  • Nursing: RT

Reserve Books*

The library has all textbook titles for the LPN program. Listed below are the titles owned by the library:



*Reserve books may only be used in the Library with a valid Trocaire ID.

New Books and eBooks


*Circulating books may be check out for 28 days with a valid Trocaire ID.

*eBooks from EBSCOhost can be downloaded using Adobe Digital Editions. Mobile devices may also need Bluefire Reader.

Streaming Video

Several Nursing related Streaming videos and clips are available at:


Some streaming videos also have a direct link in the library catalog.


You can also access the videos through:

Websites for Nursing

Anatomy: Medline Plus

Here you will find links to descriptions and pictures of the human body's parts and organ systems from head to toe. Includes an overview, videos and tutorials and topics within anatomy. Medline Plus is from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.


Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: A-Z Index

The A-Z index is a navigational and informational tool to make the CDC.gov website easier to use. It covers topics that are popular, frequently requested and critically important.


Center for Disease Control & Prevention: Diseases & Conditions Index

A subset of the A-Z index that covers the large, popular category.


Health Videos: Medline Plus

Animated videos that show the anatomy of body parts and organ systems and how diseases and conditions affect them. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine.


HONmedia (Health on the Net)

HON was founded to encourage the dissemination of quality health information for patients and professionals and the general public, and to facilitate access to the latest and most relevant medical data.


Innerbody: Human Anatomy System

Click on a system to learn more.


Khan Academy: Health and Medicine

This course is no longer updating the information, but the information is valid. Here you will find several videos, lessons and quizzes on a variety of topics ranging from anatomy, nervous system diseases, mental health and much more.


LearningNurse.org

An informal learning, continuing education and professional development site for the nursing student and educator. Has quizzes and games for the student.


Mayo Clinic- Health Information

Diseases, test and drug information from the Mayo Clinic.


Medical Pronunciation

From the Merck Manual for Consumers, a pronunciation dictionary. Click on a letter or word and hear how to pronounce the term or phrase.


MedNar

MedNar is a free, publicly available deep web search engine that uses advanced federated search technology to return the most relevant results from over 40 authoritative medical collections. Using the Advance search option users can limit by collection, full-text, year of publication or range, author and title.


National Association of Licensed Practical Nurses

The NALPN is the professional organization for licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses and practical/vocational nursing students in the United States. The mission of the NALPN is "to foster high standards of nursing care and promote continued competence through education/certification and lifelong learning, with a focus on public protection".


PennMedicine Conditions Treated

A to Z list of conditions from PennMedicine (University of Pennsylvania).


Practical Nursing.org

The ultimate guide to everything you need to know about starting your career as a Licensed Practical Nurse.


The Human Body

Site sponsored by Healthline, a consumer health information company. The maps cover the 11 body systems with information and 3-D interactive diagrams.


U.S. National Library of Medicine

Access to MedlinePlus, TOXNET, MeSH and other health related information and databases


Click here to link to the "Nursing Websites Guide". This guide covers many topics that nursing students will find very helpful.

Any questions, ask a librarian!

Updated June 2021