Module 5 : Searching With PubMed

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1.

Pubmed is a/an _________
- A.
  
  Journal
- B.
  
  Encyclopedia
- C.
  
  Database
- D.
  
  Search engine
Correct Answer
D. Search engine

Explanation
Pubmed is a search engine. It is a widely used online database that allows users to search and access a vast collection of biomedical literature, including articles from scientific journals, books, and conference proceedings. Users can search for specific topics, keywords, authors, and more, making it a valuable tool for researchers, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking information in the field of medicine and life sciences.

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Using filter is an important skill in searching. Use this term ("itraconazole" AND "amphotericin B" AND "fungal") to perform a search in Pubmed, then limit the result by Clinical Trials (for Article type), by Full text (for Text Availability) and from 01/01/2000 to 01/01/2005 (for Publication dates). Your final result is:
- A.
  
  10-20
- B.
  
  70-90
- C.
  
  1400-1500
- D.
  
  50-70
Correct Answer
A. 10-20

Explanation
The correct answer is 10-20. This answer suggests that when the search term "itraconazole" AND "amphotericin B" AND "fungal" is used in Pubmed and the results are filtered by Clinical Trials (Article type), Full text (Text Availability), and the publication dates are limited from 01/01/2000 to 01/01/2005, the final result is a range of 10-20. This implies that there are 10-20 relevant clinical trial articles available in Pubmed that meet the specified search criteria and filters.

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3.

Now, use ONE of Boolean logics (OR/AND/NOT) to combine all articles that satisfy both:- itraconazole AND "amphotericin B" AND fungal- mortalityWhich one of these followings is closest to your results?
- A.
  
  0
- B.
  
  2012
- C.
  
  916940
- D.
  
  359
Correct Answer
D. 359
4.

Let's start a simple search. Which one of these numbers closest to your results when you search ("child care" AND "obesity")?
- A.
  
  2556
- B.
  
  26
- C.
  
  2256
- D.
  
  256
Correct Answer
D. 256

Explanation
The question asks for the number that is closest to the search results when searching for "child care" and "obesity". The closest number to the search results is 256.

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5.

Using a filter brings a larger number of artices.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Using a filter does not bring a larger number of articles. In fact, a filter is used to narrow down or refine the search results, resulting in a smaller number of articles that meet specific criteria. Therefore, the statement is false.

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6.

MeSH is the NLM controlled vocabulary thesaurus used for indexing articles for PubMed.So, what does MeSH stand for?
- A.
  
  Measurable Enhancement of the Status of Health
- B.
  
  Medical Subject Headings
- C.
  
  Manager of Environmental Safety and Health
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Medical Subject Headings

Explanation
MeSH stands for Medical Subject Headings. It is the NLM controlled vocabulary thesaurus used for indexing articles for PubMed. MeSH terms are used to categorize and organize the content of articles, making it easier for researchers and healthcare professionals to search for relevant information.

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7.

Now, searching for MeSH. Perform a MeSH search with "abdominal obesity". How many MeSHs you get? Note: Only MeSH accepted
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
B. 2
8.

Pubmed is developed and maintained by National Center for Biotechnology Information
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Pubmed is a widely used database that provides access to a vast collection of biomedical literature. It allows researchers, scientists, and healthcare professionals to search for and access articles from various fields of study. The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) is responsible for the development and maintenance of Pubmed. They ensure the accuracy, reliability, and accessibility of the information available on Pubmed, making the statement "Pubmed is developed and maintained by National Center for Biotechnology Information" true.

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9.

When performing a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis , searching in Pubmed is enough, because it brings one of the largest number of articles.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Searching in Pubmed may not be enough when performing a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis because relying solely on Pubmed may result in missing relevant articles from other databases or sources. While Pubmed does provide a large number of articles, it is important to conduct a comprehensive search across multiple databases and sources to ensure that all relevant studies are included in the review.

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You want to search in New England Journal of Medicine for all the article containing "obesity" in title or abstract. Which search term will you use, and what is the result from this search term?
- A.
  
  Obesity AND nejm ==> Result: 770-790.
- B.
  
  Obesity[all]) AND nejm[all] ==> Result: 2-12
- C.
  
  Obesity[tiab] AND nejm[ta] ==> Result: 360-380.
- D.
  
  Obesity[tw] AND nejm[pt] ==> Result: 0-10
Correct Answer
C. Obesity[tiab] AND nejm[ta] ==> Result: 360-380.

Explanation
The search term "obesity[tiab] AND nejm[ta]" should be used to search in the New England Journal of Medicine for all articles containing "obesity" in the title or abstract. This search term will yield a result of 360-380 articles.

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"After searching, there is a box where you can see more, see the whole thing about search term." What is the name of that box?
- A.
  
  Find related data
- B.
  
  New feature
- C.
  
  Search Details
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
C. Search Details

Explanation
The box mentioned in the question is called "Search Details". It allows users to view more information and the complete details about the search term.

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Module 5 : Searching With Pubmed

Pubmed is a/an _________

Now, use ONE of Boolean logics (OR/AND/NOT) to combine all articles that satisfy both:- itraconazole AND "amphotericin B" AND fungal- mortalityWhich one of these followings is closest to your results?

Let's start a simple search. Which one of these numbers closest to your results when you search ("child care" AND "obesity")?

Using a filter brings a larger number of artices.

MeSH is the NLM controlled vocabulary thesaurus used for indexing articles for PubMed.So, what does MeSH stand for?

Now, searching for MeSH. Perform a MeSH search with "abdominal obesity". How many MeSHs you get? Note: Only MeSH accepted

Pubmed is developed and maintained by National Center for Biotechnology Information

When performing a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis , searching in Pubmed is enough, because it brings one of the largest number of articles.

You want to search in New England Journal of Medicine for all the article containing "obesity" in title or abstract. Which search term will you use, and what is the result from this search term?

"After searching, there is a box where you can see more, see the whole thing about search term." What is the name of that box?