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What is the purpose of the Health on the Net (HON) code?
What is the purpose of the Health on the Net (HON) code?
- To define standards for evaluating online information quality. (correct)
- To create a comprehensive list of health websites.
- To evaluate every website automatically.
- To promote specific healthcare products.
Which of the following indicates that a website may provide quality information?
Which of the following indicates that a website may provide quality information?
- It links to other nonaffiliated, reliable sites. (correct)
- It prominently displays a quality seal without evaluation.
- The author is anonymous and uncontactable.
- It has a wide range of advertisements.
What does the lack of a quality seal on a website imply?
What does the lack of a quality seal on a website imply?
- The information may still be of acceptable quality. (correct)
- The website must be intentionally misleading.
- The website has undergone evaluation by a recognized organization.
- The website provides no valuable information.
When assessing the credibility of a source, what factor is NOT important?
When assessing the credibility of a source, what factor is NOT important?
Which criterion is essential for determining the quality of online material?
Which criterion is essential for determining the quality of online material?
What is the first step a pharmacist should take when looking for drug information?
What is the first step a pharmacist should take when looking for drug information?
Which of the following best describes tertiary resources?
Which of the following best describes tertiary resources?
What type of resource would you use to gain additional insights after evaluating tertiary resources?
What type of resource would you use to gain additional insights after evaluating tertiary resources?
Which type of biomedical resource includes journals?
Which type of biomedical resource includes journals?
Why is it important to use multiple resources when gathering drug information?
Why is it important to use multiple resources when gathering drug information?
Which characteristic is essential for information to be considered relevant?
Which characteristic is essential for information to be considered relevant?
What is a potential drawback of relying solely on tertiary resources?
What is a potential drawback of relying solely on tertiary resources?
Which of these is NOT an example of tertiary resources?
Which of these is NOT an example of tertiary resources?
What is the main characteristic of primary resources?
What is the main characteristic of primary resources?
Which of the following is a benefit of tertiary resources?
Which of the following is a benefit of tertiary resources?
What is a disadvantage of secondary resources?
What is a disadvantage of secondary resources?
How do Boolean operators enhance the search process in secondary resources?
How do Boolean operators enhance the search process in secondary resources?
Which of the following would most likely be considered a primary resource?
Which of the following would most likely be considered a primary resource?
What limitation is associated with tertiary resources?
What limitation is associated with tertiary resources?
What is a primary purpose of secondary resources?
What is a primary purpose of secondary resources?
Which of the following statements about secondary resources is accurate?
Which of the following statements about secondary resources is accurate?
What can be a consequence of relying on a single secondary resource for literature searches?
What can be a consequence of relying on a single secondary resource for literature searches?
Which feature distinguishes primary resources from tertiary resources?
Which feature distinguishes primary resources from tertiary resources?
What is the primary purpose of using the operator AND in searches?
What is the primary purpose of using the operator AND in searches?
Which operator would you use to broaden your search results?
Which operator would you use to broaden your search results?
What is a significant limitation of using primary resources?
What is a significant limitation of using primary resources?
What does the operator NOT do in a search query?
What does the operator NOT do in a search query?
Which statement accurately describes the nature of primary resources?
Which statement accurately describes the nature of primary resources?
What is a common use of alternative resources like general internet searches?
What is a common use of alternative resources like general internet searches?
What challenge do practitioners face with primary literature?
What challenge do practitioners face with primary literature?
What is a benefit of primary resources in medical research?
What is a benefit of primary resources in medical research?
Why might using the NOT operator in a search be risky?
Why might using the NOT operator in a search be risky?
Which of the following describes the primary content of secondary resources?
Which of the following describes the primary content of secondary resources?
Flashcards
Current information
Current information
Information gathered from a source should be the most recent data available.
Critically examined information
Critically examined information
Pharmacists must use multiple sources of information to verify and confirm the validity of the information provided.
Relevant information
Relevant information
Information should directly relate to the specific situation or context.
Primary Source: Journals
Primary Source: Journals
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Secondary Source: Search engines & abstracting services
Secondary Source: Search engines & abstracting services
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Tertiary Source: Books
Tertiary Source: Books
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Tertiary Sources: Starting point
Tertiary Sources: Starting point
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Secondary sources: Deeper dive
Secondary sources: Deeper dive
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Health on the Net Code (HON)
Health on the Net Code (HON)
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Lack of HON Code
Lack of HON Code
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Credibility of Online Health Information
Credibility of Online Health Information
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Accuracy and Currency of Health Information
Accuracy and Currency of Health Information
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References and Links for Online Health Information
References and Links for Online Health Information
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Secondary Resource
Secondary Resource
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Primary Resource
Primary Resource
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Tertiary Resource
Tertiary Resource
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Abstract
Abstract
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Boolean Operators
Boolean Operators
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AND, OR, NOT
AND, OR, NOT
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AND
AND
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OR
OR
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NOT
NOT
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AND Operator
AND Operator
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OR Operator
OR Operator
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NOT Operator
NOT Operator
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Literature Search
Literature Search
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Alternative Resources: Internet Searches
Alternative Resources: Internet Searches
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Google Scholar
Google Scholar
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Yahoo!
Yahoo!
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course Title: Introduction to Drug Information
- Course Code: PHAR200
- Institution: Lebanese International University
- School: School of Pharmacy
- Department: Pharmacy Practice
- Semester: Spring 2023-2024
Course Chapters
- Medical Terminologies
- Drug Evaluation Monograph
- Pharmacist Patient Care Process (PPCP)
- Drug Information Resources
- Drug Consult
- Referencing
- Drug Information Center (DIC)
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Evaluation of Literature
- Evaluation of Journal Club
- Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guidelines
Drug Information Resources
- Pharmacists should aim for current, critically examined, and relevant information when collecting drug information
- Use the most recent data and up-to-date resources
- Critically evaluate multiple resources for information
- Information should be directly relevant to the specific circumstances and patient
Types of Biomedical Resources
- Primary: Journals (e.g., controlled trials, cohort studies, case series)
- Secondary: Search engines and abstracting services (e.g., PubMed)
- Tertiary: Books, textbooks, compendia, handbooks, electronically searchable online applications (e.g., Micromedex, Lexicomp)
Tertiary Resources
- Summarized information and overview of a specific topic
- Easy to use and understand
- Available in hard copy and online
- Excellent first-line resources for drug information questions
Tertiary Resources: Limitations
- Information may not be frequently updated
- Searches can be more challenging in printed materials compared to electronic formats
- Generally provides overview information
- May contain author bias or misinterpretation of resources
Secondary Resources
- Abstracting is used to describe information from articles or resources
- Tools for quick search of information
- Updated more frequently than tertiary literature
- Electronic searches use Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) to combine search terms for more focused results
- Databases usually recognize AND as the primary operator
Secondary Resources: Boolean Operators
- AND: Combines two terms, returning only citations containing both concepts
- OR: Results in an equal or greater number of returns, including citations that contain either term
- NOT: Decreases the number of returns by eliminating citations containing a particular term
Primary Resources
- Foundation for secondary and tertiary literature
- First report of a scientific result
- Published by researchers
- Typically published in medical journals
- Provide detailed information for in-depth studies
- Require strong literature evaluation skills
Primary Resources: Accessibility
- Practitioners can access full-text articles in various ways
- Many electronic databases provide links directly to articles
Primary Resources: Limitations
- Access can be challenging due to subscription fees
- Misleading conclusions may result by evaluating only certain trials without considering other research
- Strong medical literature evaluation skills are essential to properly use the primary resource information.
Alternative Resources: Internet Searches
- Internet searches can be a starting point for information on uncommon diseases, unfamiliar drugs, drugs in development and combination products
- Internet searches can be helpful for discovering information in recent news or manufacturer product claims, when information about the given topic isn't available elsewhere
- Practitioners should use criteria to determine the quality of online materials
Alternative Resources: Internet Searches: Quality Assessment
- Evaluate the source's credibility and potential vested interests in promoting a specific treatment or product
- Check for accuracy and currency
- Look for links to other reputable sites
- Determine if the information is properly detailed and referenced
- Identify and contact the author for questions or comments as appropriate, if possible.
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This quiz covers essential drug information resources essential for pharmacists, focusing on the evaluation and utilization of various biomedical resources. You will learn about the importance of current and critically examined information in patient care. Test your knowledge on the Pharmacist Patient Care Process and drug evaluation methods.
