Instructions: You will research a topic of your choice.

The literature search:

1. Conduct a literature search using PubMed/MEDLINE database.

a. Select search terms most appropriate to your topic (Use at least three search terms)

b. Set limits by publication date

c. Select English language

d. Select Academic Journals for source type

e. Use other filters appropriate to your search

The paper:

1. make details of your search strategy. Include the following items.

a. Databases used

b. Search terms used

c. Search options, including Limiters used

d. Mention how many articles were retrieved by your search

e. How did you modify your search and then final number of articles retrieved?

2. Identify 5 articles that you think are most appropriate for your topic.

3. Provide a reference list of those five articles in apa style.

4. Briefly explain the reasons for choosing each article you chose. Why do you believe each one makes a significant contribution to your understanding of the topic?