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Poisonous plant information system (PPIS).
D J Wagstaff1, M Raisbeck, A T Wagstaff
1Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration, Washington, DC 20204.
Veterinary and Human Toxicology
|June 1, 1989
Summary
This study introduces the Poisonous Plant Information System (PPIS), a database designed for efficient storage and retrieval of poisonous plant data. It details the system's structure, contents, and access methods for veterinary professionals.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Science
- Information Science
- Toxicology
Background:
- Efficient management of poisonous plant data is crucial for veterinary practice and public safety.
- Existing systems may lack comprehensive features for specialized toxicological information.
- The integration of veterinary databases presents unique challenges and opportunities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the Poisonous Plant Information System (PPIS).
- To discuss fundamental challenges in creating and maintaining specialized databases.
- To outline the structure, content, and accessibility of the PPIS database.
Main Methods:
- Definition and design of the Poisonous Plant Information System (PPIS) database.
- Explanation of data organization and content within the PPIS.
- Description of user access protocols and search functionalities.
Main Results:
- The PPIS database structure and its specific contents are defined.
- Methods for accessing the PPIS are detailed.
- Illustrative search techniques are provided to demonstrate system utility.
Conclusions:
- The PPIS offers an efficient solution for managing poisonous plant information.
- The principles discussed are applicable to the broader development of combined veterinary databases.
- Effective database design and access are key to leveraging toxicological data.