Model for a Formal Outline &

Abstract

Guide for a formal outline to create an abstract for your poster:

Title and Authors Names:

I. Introduction

A. Attention-getter

B. Background information connecting the reader to the subject

C. Thesis: (write the complete thesis statement)

II. Category 1 (change this to the actual name of category): topic sentence

A. First point

1. Supporting Evidence – quote, paraphrase or detail

2. Another piece of supporting evidence

B. Second point

1. Supporting Evidence

2. Supporting Evidence

C. Third point (Same as above)

III. Category 2 (change this to the actual name of category): topic sentence

A. First point

1. Supporting Evidence

2. Supporting Evidence

B. Second point

IV. Category 3: Topic sentence

V. Conclusion Use your sub points for the conclusion wrap up

VI. References: Cite at least five sources

Poster Abstract Submission Guidelines

Instructions: (3ft x 5ft Poster)

Abstract Title: Brief, relevant and/or catchy. All title words should be uppercased.

Abstract Authors: List all team members

· Use normal capitalization for authors and titles.

Abstract Word Count: (excluding authors / title/references) Abstract body text is limited to approximately 250 – 300 words.

Abstract Body: All abstract body content sections should be concise paragraph’s that are coherent,

and each section should be well written; able to stand alone. (See samples, last page)

Content Should:

· Describe the problem being studied

· The Hypothesis · The participants (characteristics, complications)

· How the study was conducted (survey, data collection procedures, test names etc.)

· The results (statistical significance · Conclusions and implications

No Images, Tables or Charts needed in Abstract however, if using any graphic

elements on final poster think about word count during the abstract writing phase.

References: Cite your references last (use at least four to five sources) use MLA Style.

Proofread abstract for: · Proper logical or chronological sequence, i.e. introduction,

study design and methods, data collected, conclusion. · Check for grammar and spelling.

· Check abstract length (is it too long?)

Abstract Deadline: Plan Poster Early! The best abstracts will be selected for possible oral presentation in the poster symposium. Note: After posters are designed final presenter decisions are made.

Sample Poster Sub-Headings

Examples of General Sub-Headings or Sections of The Poster

Background

Purpose

Methods

Results

Lessons Learned

References

Purpose of Study

Methods

The Investigation

Discussion

Future Plans or Study

References

Introduction

Materials & Methods

Causes

Effects

Prevention Strategies

Conclusions

Further Study

Literature Cited

Overview

Best Practices

Analysis

Course of Action

Final Decisions

Future Research

Sources

Significance of Study

Plan of Action

Procedures

Final Results

References

Mission

Problem Statement

Processes

Final Examination

Citations

Format for Citing References

To format different reference types (articles, books, journals)

in MLA style try:

Citation Machine www.citationmachine.net NLM Style PubMed Central Citations

Different Abstract Types: Sub-Headings

Abstract Types:

• Clinical • Research • Evidence Based • Quality Improvement • Creative Solutions

Research - Sample Format: • Research reports or evidence-based translation projects • Abstracts include – Purpose/objectives

• Significance – Design and methods – Findings – Conclusions

• Implications for practice

Evidence Based - Sample Format: • Moving evidence to practice, synthesis of research evidence, development of evidence-based practice guidelines, toolkits, protocols and guidelines • Abstracts must include

– Problem (Problem and change needed) – Evidence (Appraise the supporting evidence) – Strategy (Linking the change to the evidence) – Practice Change (Specific change or practice evaluated) – Evaluation (Design and Indicators/outcomes measured) – Results (Did it work?) – Recommendations (Further adoption suggestions) – Lessons Learned

Quality Improvement - Sample Format: • Innovation for quality and safety, report of quality project • Abstracts must include

– Problem (Problem and Change needed) – Evidence (Appraise the supporting evidence) – Strategy (Linking the change to the evidence) – Practice Change (Specific change or practice evaluated) – Evaluation (Design and Indicators/outcomes measured) – Results (Did it work?) – Recommendations (Further adoption suggestions) – Lesson Learned

Abstract Submission Instructions: 250 – 300 words for 3ft x 5ft poster Abstract Title: Brief, relevant and/or catchy. All title words should be uppercased.

Content Should: · Describe the problem being studied · The Hypothesis · The participants (characteristics, complications) · How the study was conducted (survey, data collection procedures, test names etc.) · The results (statistical significance · Conclusions and implications

Abstract Deadline: Pay attention The best abstracts will be selected for possible oral presentation in the poster symposium.

• Abstract examples are provided, be sure to review them. [See Samples]