Wednesday, August 9, 2017

New Resources from the Library-Joanna Briggs Institute Evidence Based Practice Database


JBI is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading providers of evidence-based information from across the globe.
This comprehensive database covers a wide range of medical, nursing, and health science specialties and includes a unique suite of information that’s been analyzed, appraised, and prepared by expert reviewers at JBI so you can integrate the world’s best evidence into your practice.




JBI’s content database contains a unique suite of information—helping your healthcare professionals with their evidence-based practice.
  • Evidence Summaries - Literature reviews that summarize existing international literature on common healthcare interventions and activities
  • Evidence Based Recommended Practices - Database of procedures, based on the best available evidence, that describe and/or recommend practice on various clinical topics
  • Best Practice Information Sheets - Series of information guideline sheets produced specifically for practicing health professionals
  • Systematic Reviews - Collection of comprehensive systematic reviews of international research literature completed by trained JBI reviewers
  • Consumer Information Sheets - Standardized summaries, designed just for consumers of healthcare (patient/client, relatives, care providers)
  • Systematic Review Protocols
  • Technical Reports

How to Access via myPortal:
Login to myPortal. Under Myresources and links click "Library Database". Under the heading Do Research you will find "Joanna Briggs EBP".

Here is a short tutorial and background on the content and subjects on JBI.