This gives an overview of characteristics of primary source and secondary sources, as well as a sample of the NLM citation for an article from an online journal.
Superscripts
The blue sky can be seen from many vantage points today.1
The superscript goes right after the period at the end of the sentence. No space between.1
Minimum of 1 primary source and 2 secondary sources
Secondary sources will give you background information and facts about the topics related to your client case.
examples:
databases: Dentistry and Oral Sciences Source (EBSCO), PubMed Central (PMC)
oral health websites (ADA, ADHA)
magazines online (RDH Magazine, Access)
books
pamphlets from oral health companies (Colgate, Listerine)
Primary sources will provide in depth research via a study or a trial. Use the information in the abstract, introduction, and conclusion to locate relevant information.
examples:
databases: Dentistry and Oral Sciences Source (EBSCO), PubMed Central (PMC)
