Cinahl Technical Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Content and Searching Issues

Q:  How do I get started with searching?
A:  To get started, please follow these steps:
  1. Using your browser, go to http://www.cinahl.com
  2. On the home page, click on "Members Go Direct Now"
  3. Click on "The CINAHL database"
  4. Enter your Username and Password (in lowercase)
    Note: Your Username was issued to you when you signed up.  It is not your personal name.
  5. Click on "SEARCH"

Basic searching involves just keying your desired subject into the text box labeled "Subject Search" and clicking on the "Submit" button.  From there you can follow the screen prompts to obtain your information.

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 This page last revised January 4, 2005