Research Guides: Nursing: How Do I . . .

The following video explains how to read a scholarly article.

Western University Libraries. (2012, April 26). How to Read a Scholarly Article. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/3SmOq6gENPM

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Transcript for How to Read a Scholarly Article (Word document)

How Do I... Search the Databases?

Basic Search in ProQuest (opens in new window)
ProQuest Basic Search provides a simple and intuitive path to retrieving results quickly.

How Do I... Cite My Sources?

When writing papers, it's important that you cite your sources and format your paper correctly. Check out the following websites for format and citation help:

MLA Formatting and Style Guide (OWL at Purdue University) [opens in new window]
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material. This page will take you to the complete MLA guide as offered by Purdue.
APA Formatting and Style Guide (OWL at Purdue University) [opens in new window]
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material. This page will take you to the complete ALA style guide as offered by Purdue.

How Do I... Get Help?

Worried about doing research? Not sure how to write your paper? Don't worry--there's lots of help available. If you need assistance searching for articles, speak with a librarian at the Health Sciences Library. If you need assistance writing your paper, stop by the Individualized Learning Center (ILC).