Medline Flashcards
What is the Cochrane library?
The cochrane library is a collection of databases in medicine and other healthcare specialties provided by the Cochrane Collaboration and other organizations. At its core is the collection of Cochrane Reviews, a database of systematic reviews and meta-analyses which summarize and interpret the results of medical research.
What is a systematic review?
The purpose of a systematic review is to sum up the best available research on a specific question. This is done by synthesizing the results of several studies.
A systematic review uses transparent procedures to find, evaluate and synthesize the results of relevant research. Procedures are explicitly defined in advance, in order to ensure that the exercise is transparent and can be replicated. This practice is also designed to minimize bias.
What is the BNF?
The British National Formulary (BNF) provides up-to-date, practical guidance on prescribing, dispensing, and administering medicines.
