Guide

A systematic review has no fixed count; include all eligible studies, and meta-analysis needs at least two.

A systematic review has no set minimum; include all eligible studies, while a meta-analysis needs at least two studies.

Most medical journals run 1–3 peer-review rounds; simple papers clear in one, while complex work can require more before a decision.

Most methods advise searching two to four databases for a systematic review, chosen by topic, plus trial registers and gray sources.

Clinical teams should review safety information daily in huddles, after each incident, quarterly for trends, and at least annually for policy updates.

Most systematic reviews search at least 2–3 bibliographic databases plus trial registries and grey literature to reduce missed studies.

To access peer-reviewed medical articles, use PubMed and library tools, then open free full text via PMC, open access links, or interlibrary loan.

You can access peer-reviewed medical journals through PubMed, open access platforms, library logins, and legal tools that surface free full text.

Peer review across journals usually takes 2–6 months from submission to decision, with first decisions often arriving within 2–6 weeks.

Hospital health and safety programs should be checked at least yearly, with OSHA and CMS sub-plans on annual or two-year cycles.