Graduate Nursing Library Guide

When searching for a full text document, always check the library's resources first!

• Recall that linking UT Tyler to your Google Scholar account and/or installing the browser extension LibKey Nomad will expedite this process considerably! (See the "Welcome" page for instructions). 

Many publications are subscription-based (aka paywalled). Library resources usually provide access to both paywalled and free open access journals.

If you need a specific article, and remember the database where you found its citation, start looking there.

Locating full text while searching a database

When reviewing your search results...

1. Scan the brief results display for full text availability icons:

Select the icon to navigate to the full text document.

2. Where records do not display full text icons, try the following:

• Look for a DOI link. Sometimes selecting the link directs you to full-text.

• Look for an interlibrary loan icon in the results display:  

The presence of this icon implies that the library lacks access to the journal. Unfortunately, this is not always accurate. Verify using Browzine when possible.
(select the tab above to learn how)

• If you do not have time to wait for an interlibrary loan request...

  • Use Browzine to verify the library's journal access (or lack thereof).

  • You can also forward the citation to me to check on your behalf: erodgers@uttyler.edu

If a Browzine journal search confirms that library access to the journal is unavailable, interlibrary loan is your only available option. Select Borrow from Another Library to initiate your request.