Library Bulletin

May 2001

Finally Authority Control Is Here!

 By Violet O. Evans

Within past years it had been our anticipation to have our library’s catalog programmed for Authority Control.  What is Authority Control you ask? Authority Control is the process of maintaining consistency in the verbal form used to represent an access point in a catalog; thus providing connections among names, works and subjects.  In addition, authority control ensures that every name; uniform title, series or subject is unique and does not conflict by having an identical entry already in the catalog. The Purpose of Authority Control is to establish uniformity, verification, and linkage to a variation of names that can refer to the same person as well as relationship between subject heading terms. This becomes an advantage for any catalog because it includes having the consistency of established headings, provides links from variant and authorized headings, shows the usage and scope of headings and supports manual and automatic error detection and correction when verifying certain components for access.

Our goal was to have our catalog here at SUNY Downstate converted to a MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) only database, in hopes of helping to enhance the searching strategies for patrons.  With the help of Davida Scharf, consultant of NKR Associates, who served in the role of liaison between us and WLN/OCLC (the vendor that serviced our database) our issue of establishing Authority Control has been implemented. In addition David Solomonoff (our Library Systems Administrator) had his work cut out for him in terms of extracting and reloading our library’s catalog; however, he survived through our tedious demands. Many thanks to Davida and David for all of their time, effort and patience in helping to make this work for us.

While Authority Control has been implemented there is still much time and work that is involved in the upkeep of maintenance.  This maintenance is done through the use of the Authority File which is a set of authority records that lists the names, series and subject headings that are established and used in a catalog providing links to related subject headings, titles and names.  The use of the authority file helps to improve the quality of catalogs by avoiding duplication of work and is needed for efficient cataloging and searching library networks. Authority Work requires research and intellectual effort in the creation and updating of authority work for determining if there is a relationship between names and subject heading terms. Without Authority Control a library’s catalog is at a great disadvantage.

By Donald Lemke

Each year the Library is offered the opportunity to apply for a variety of grants.  These grants are designed to enhance our ability to purchase technology, maintain our archival materials and the rest of the collection, provide Interlibrary Loan services and purchase materials for the collection.

These grants may be either competitive, in which a proposal is written for the funding, or by application, in which the funds are generally available for anyone who applies and meets specific criteria.  This year, we have received non-competitive grants totaling $15,717.  These grants are based on our usage statistics, the size of our collection and our budget.

One grant is based solely on proposals for usage and development of new technology in the Library.  As a “matching grant”, we are required to match 50% of the total available grant.  This grant allowed Educational Services to purchase 2 IBM Think Pads to be used for remote teaching.

The largest grant is based on our collection development efforts.  Based on our expenditures per student, it is directly related to our budget and our ability to maintain our collections.  These efforts are coordinated with our “gate” counts and the use of Interlibrary Loan.  Since we are a net lender (we lend to more than we borrow from other libraries), it reflects that we are collecting for the needs of our patrons and also serving the needs of other libraries that are not as large or fortunate to have the required funds to maintain the depth of a collection such as ours.

The Interlibrary Loan grant allows us to secure materials from the National Library of Medicine at no cost to the Library or patron.  It is this grant and the fees we collect from other libraries that assure our patrons (Downstate students, faculty, and staff) that they will not face fees other than for fax or document requests.
 

PubSCIENCE allows the user to search across abstracts and citations of multiple publishers. In addition to all reports produced by the DOE, users can search for articles in journals by such scientific publishers as The MIT Press, National Academy of Sciences, The American Physical Society, American Society for Microbiology, Nature Publishing Group, Oxford University Press, Blackwell Science, Springer-Verlag, Taylor & Francis Publishers, Ltd. , University of Chicago Press, Wiley, and Kluwer Academic Publishers.  Because users access PubSCIENCE through the Library’s proxy server, they can access full-text articles where links are provided and the Library has an online subscription.  PubSCIENCE also allows users to view articles on a pay-per-view basis.

How to register for Library Informatics classes:

1. Pick up a registration form at the Library’s Information Desk, M-F, 9-7, OR click on any of the classes under “Online Instruction” on the Library’s web page and print out a form.
2. To reserve your seat in a particular class: a check in the amount of $25 is a required deposit which will
be returned to you at the end of the class. CHECKS FOR “NO SHOW” REGISTRANTS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE.
3. Please indicate the classes for which you are registering, by course and section number, ON YOUR CHECK.
4. Make check payable to: SUNY IFR 900410
5. Submit your registration form with check attached: M-F, 9-5, to Ms Jessica Blackstock in room 110.

Registration MUST be received three business days prior to the date of the class. Registration is NOT confirmed until you have heard from Library staff.
 

#109 Medline Tutorials
Description: An introductory tutorial in how to use the Ovid search system. While we use OVID's Medline database as a teaching tool, principles learned are applicabe to other OVID databases. 60-minutes hands-on tutorial.
Offered: Thursday, May 22   1:15 - 2:15  (sec. 109.05.01)

#110 PubMed 1
Description: A 60-minute presentation discussing the basics of searching the PubMed system.  It will include a general discussion of the PubMed system; and, how it works and how it differes from searching databases on OVID.  Basic author, journal citation, and subject searching will be covered, as well as the Preview, Index, and History features.  Full text capabilities will also be discussed. Hands-on computer time will be provided.
Offered:  Tuesday, May 1   12:15 - 1:15  (sec. 110.05.01)

#112 PubMed 2
Description: A 60-minute continuation of PubMed 1.  Advanced features of PubMed will be discussed, such as the MeSH browser.  We will also touch on  the protein and genetics databases available through this system, as well as introduce the National Library of Medicine Gateway, a one-stop search capability for the NLM databases and catalog.
Prerequisite: PubMed 1 or familiarity with the topics listed for that class.
Offered:  Tuesday, May 8   12:15 - 1:15  (sec. 112.05.01)

#101 Searching The World Wide Web
Description: A 60-minute presentation on searching the World Wide Web. Attention is paid to directories (Yahoo) and search engines (AltaVista and Googol). Includes information on evaluating web resources.
Prerequisite: Some Internet experience.
Offered:  Thursday, May 17  1:15 - 2:15   (sec. 101.05.01)

#111 Evidence Based Medicine
Description: An introduction to the EBM databases available on OVID- Best Evidence and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Intended for those new to EBM or who wish to know more about these resources.
Prerequisite: None (but some experience with OVID recommended)
Offered: Wednesday, May 23    1:15 - 2:15  (sec. 111.05.01)

#103 Word Processing I
Description: A one-hour hands-on presentation discussing the basics of using Microsoft Word. Includes: opening, saving, and printing files; using toolbars and menus; entering and formatting text; editing documents and working with multiple windows.  This class is also a good introduction for people with little experience with computers.
Offered:  Wednesday, May 2   2:00 - 3:00  (sec. 103.05.01)

#104 Word Processing II
Description: A continuation of 103.  Topics covered include: formatting documents; working with multiple windows; inserting graphics and tables; and merging documents.
Prerequisites: Attendance in 103 or permission of the instructor.
Offered: Wednesday, May 9  2:00 - 3:00 (sec. 104.05.01)

#105 PowerPoint I
Description: A 60-minute presentation discussing the basics of creating a slide presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Includes: using the AutoContent Wizard; adding and formatting text; creating new slides; adding graphics; using outlines; applying designs; presenting a slide show; and creating handouts.
Prerequisite: Some computer experience required. Some word processing experience useful but not required
Offered:  Wednesday, May 16  2:00 - 3:00  (sec. 105.05.01)

#106 PowerPoint II
Description: A continuation of #105. Topics include: Adding tables and graphs; user-created formats; altering slide color schemes; using the slide sorter; applying transitions and animations.
Prerequisites: Basic PowerPoint or familiarity with the topics listed for that class
Offered:  Wednesday, May 30  2:00 - 3:00 (sec. 106.05.01)

#121 Excel 1
Description: A one-hour hands-on presentation discussing the basics of using Excel.   Includes: spreadsheet layout; entering data; manipulating cells; basic functions.
Prerequisite:  Computer Basics course or familiarity with personal computers required.
Offered:  Thursday, May 3  1:15 - 2:15  (sec. 121.05.01)

#122 Excel 2
Description: A continuation of Excel 1.  Topics include: working with charts; working with formulas and functions; managing workbooks; exchanging data with other programs; and applying colors, patterns, and borders.
Prerequisites: Excel 1 or familiarity with the topics covered in that course.
Offered: Thursday, May 10  1:15 - 2:15  (sec. 122.05.01)

NEW RESOURCES
List Complied by
              Cheryl M. Perkins

MONOGRAPHS

Acute care handbook for physical therapists/ c1997;  Jaime C. Paz, Michele Panik
[An] American health dilemma: a medical history of African... / c2000;  W. Michael Byrd, Linda A. Clayton
Atlas of embryology / c2000; [editors] Luca Gianaroli, Michelle Plachot, M. Cristina Magli
Becoming a reflective practitioner:  / c2000; Christopher Johns
Beyond brain death: the case against.....   / c2000 [by] Michael Potts, Paul A. Byrne, and Richard G. Nilges
Cardiology / c 2001; Michael H. Crawford, John P. DiMarco
Cellular microbiology / c2000; [editors] Pascale Cossart ... [et al.]
Chapman's orthopaedic surgery - 3rd ed. / c2001; [edited by] Michael W. Chapman
Clinical computed tomography for the technologist  - 2nd ed. / c1995;  Lee C. Chiu, James D. Lipcamon, Victoria S. Yiu-Chiu
Clinical physiology of acid-base and electrolyte disorders - 5th ed.  /  c2001;
Clinical electrotherapy - 3rd ed. / c1999; [edited by] Roger M. Nelson, Karen W. Hayes, Dean P. Currier
Clinical manual for swallowing disorders / c2001; Thomas Murry, Ricardo L. Carrau
Clinical kinesiology for physical therapist assistants - 3rd ed. / c2000;  Lynn  S. Lippert
Clinical pharmacology made incredibly easy / c2001
Coding and payment guide for the physical.... -  8th ed. / c2001;  American Physical Therapy Association
Communicating with your staff: skills for increasing cohesion..... / c2001;   Karla Powell
Delmar's radiographic positioning and procedures / c1998;
Dermatology of the lips / c2000; Crispian Scully... [et al.]
Dictionary of pharmacoepidemiology / c2000; Bernard Begaud
Diseases - 3rd ed.  / c2001
[The] encyclopedia of elder care: /  c2001; [editor-in-chief] Mathy D. Mezey
Encyclopedia of epidemiologic methods /  c2000; [editors] Mitchell H. Gail, Jacques Benichou
Enduring issues in American nursing / c2001;  Ellen D. Baer ... [et al.]
Fuchs's radiographic exposure, processing, and quality control -  6th ed. / c1998 [by] Quinn B. Carroll
Functional genomics: a practical approach / c2000; [edited by] Stephen P. Hunt and Rick Livesey
Fundamentals of musculoskeletal assessment techniques - 2nd ed.  /  c1998; M. Lynn Palmer, Marcia F. Epler
Fundamentals of special radiographic procedures - 4th ed. /  c1999; Albert M. Snopek
Gerontological nursing - 5th ed.  / c2001;  Charlotte Eliopoulos
Handbook of informatics for nurses and....    - 2nd ed.  / c2001; Toni Hebda, Patricia Czar, Cynthia Mascara
Health promotion and disease prevention in the older adult: / c2001; [editors] Elizabeth A. Swanson, Toni Tripp-Reimer, and Kathleen Buckwalter
Improving outcomes in heart failure : / c2001; [edited by] Debra K. Moser, Barbara Riegel
Internet resource guide for nurses and health care professionals /  c2001;  Cynthia Mascara, Patricia Czar, Toni Hebda
Kelley's textbook of rheumatology -  /  c2001; [editors] Shaun Ruddy, Edward D. Harris, Jr., Clement B. Sledge
[The] language of medicine: a write-in text explaining... - 6th ed.  / c2001;  Davi-Ellen Chabner
Leaving the bedside: the search for a nonclinical medical  career - Rev. ed.  / c1996;  American Medical Association
Legal and ethical issues in physical therapy / c1998; Laura Lee
Localization in clinical neurology - 3rd ed. /  c1996;  Paul W. Brazis, Joseph C.  Masdeu, Josâe Biller
Localization of brain lesions and developmental functions / c2000; [edited by] Daria Riva and Arthur Benton
Medical epidemiology - 3rd ed.  / c2001;  Raymond S. Greenberg... [et al.]
Merrill's atlas of radiographic positions and radiologic procedures - 9th ed. / c1999;  Philip W. Ballinger, Eugene D. Frank
Metabolism and artificial nutrition in the critically ill / c1999;  G.  Guarneri, F. Iscra (eds.)
Molecular mimicry, microbes, and autoimmunity / c2000; [edited by] Madeleine W. Cunningham, Robert S. Fujinami
Muscle and sensory testing /  c1999;  Nancy Berryman Reese
Nature and human personality: homoeopathic archetypes / c2000; Catherine R. Coulter
Nursing practice and the law: avoiding malpractice and other legal risks / c2001;  Mary E. O'Keefe
Nutrition in clinical practice: a comprehensive, evidence-based..... / c2001. $$c David L. Katz
Obstetric and gynecologic care in physical therapy - 2nd ed.  / c2000;  Rebecca G. Stephenson, Linda J. O'Connor
Orthopedic and sports physical therapy - 3rd ed. /  c1997; [edited by] Terry R. Malone, Thomas G. McPoil, Arthur J. Nitz
[The] osteoporosis solution / c1999; Carl Germano with William Cabot and Lisa Turner
Pediatric emergency medicine secrets / c2001; [edited by] Steven M. Selbst, Kate Cronan
[The] physician assistant emergency medicine handbook / c1997; Steven W. Salyer
Physician assistant legal handbook / c1997 [by] Patricia Younger ... [et al.]
[The] physician assistant surgical handbook / c1998; [edited by] James B. Labus
Practical kinesiology for the physical therapist assistant / c1999; [edited by] Jeff G. Konin
Practical radiation protection and applied radiobiology - 2nd ed.  /  c1999;   Steven B. Dowd, Elwin R. Tilson
Principles of neuroepidemiology /  c2001; [edited by] Tracy Batchelor, Merit E. Cudkowicz
Procedures for nurse practitioners / c2001
Public health administration: principles for population-based management / $c 2001; [edited by] Lloyd F. Novick, Glen P. Mays
Qualitative inquiry: the path of sciencing / c2001; Rosemarie Rizzo Parse
Radiographic pathology for technologists - 3rd ed. / c1998;  James D. Mace, Nina Kowalczyk
Ryan's occupational therapy assistant: principles, practice issues, and techniques / c2001. [edited by] Karen Sladyk, Sally E. Ryan
Supervisor's portable answer book /  c1990; George Fuller
Surgery:  PreTest self-assessment and review - 9th ed. / c 2001; [editor] Peter L. Geller
Surgery of the knee  - 3rd ed. / c2001;  [edited by] John N. Insall, W. Norman Scott
Textbook of gastroenterology - 3rd ed. /  c1999 [editor] Tadataka Yamada
Therapy techniques for cleft palate speech and related disorders / c c2001; Karen J. Golding-Kushner

The Electronic Full Text Version of the following titles can be accessed from the serials list on the Library’s web page:

ACTA ANAESTHESIOLOGICA SCANDINAVICA
ALLERGY
ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
CLINICAL GENETICS
CLINICAL TRANSPLANTATION
HEPATOLOGY
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
JOURNAL OF COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE
JOURNAL OF PEPTIDE RESEARCH
JOURNAL OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING
MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE : MSSE