Abstract Submissions

Research Abstracts Instructions

Clinical Practice / Professionalism / Educational Strategies Abstracts Instructions

Research abstracts

Be structured using the applicable headings listed below
Be single-spaced with one-inch margins
Contain no more than 400 words
Connect to the symposium theme when relevant: “A Marvelous Work: Called to Heal”(Doctrine and Covenants 4)

BYU students should also send a copy of their abstract to the appropriate professor.
The time allotted for podium presentations will depend on the number of abstracts accepted.
Presentation format and other details will be included in the acceptance email.

Title: Limit the title to two lines.
Author(s): List all authors and include the email address of the contact author.
Background and Purpose: Describe the significance of the problem and conclude with a purpose statement or the study’s specific aims.
Research Question(s) and Hypotheses: State the specific research question or questions addressed by the study. Include hypotheses, if applicable.
Methods: Describe the setting, sample, and study design, such as quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, or another relevant approach. Include the instruments or tools used, procedures followed, and methods of data analysis. For quantitative studies, identify specific statistical tests when applicable. For qualitative studies, describe the analytic approach used.
Results: Present key findings using actual data, such as numbers, concepts, categories, or themes. Report the findings without interpretation; reserve interpretation for the conclusion.
Implications for Nursing: Explain how the findings may affect nurses, nursing students, nursing education, nursing practice, patient care, or the nursing profession.
Conclusion: Summarize what was learned from the study. Identify next steps, recommendations, or areas for future research, practice, or education.
Experiential Learning: If applicable, describe how the work incorporates experiential learning concepts or opportunities.

Fill Out the Form: Complete the provided online form, including all required fields.

Be structured using the applicable headings listed below
Be single-spaced with one-inch margins
Contain no more than 400 words
Connect to the symposium theme when relevant: “A Marvelous Work: Called to Heal” (Doctrine and Covenants 4)

How to Submit an Abstract

BYU students should also send a copy of the abstract to the appropriate professor.
The time allotted for podium presentations will depend on the number of abstracts accepted.
Presentation format and other details will be included in the acceptance email.

Title: Limit the title to two lines.
Author(s): List all authors and include the email address of the contact author.
Background and Purpose: Describe the significance of the problem and conclude with a purpose statement or the specific aims of the project or presentation.
Evidence: Present evidence supporting the need for this information in nursing practice, professionalism, or education.
Methods: Describe the procedures or steps taken to complete the project or opportunity. Identify where and with whom the work was completed and how many people were involved. Explain how effectiveness was evaluated, including how success or learning was measured and whether data were analyzed.
Results: Describe the project’s outcomes using actual data, such as numbers, concepts, or themes. Report the findings without interpretation; reserve interpretation for the conclusion.
Implications and Practice Recommendations for Nursing: Explain how the work may affect nurses, nursing students, nursing practice, or the nursing profession.
Conclusion: Summarize what was learned and identify the next steps.
Experiential Learning: If applicable, describe how the work incorporates experiential learning concepts or opportunities.

Fill Out the Form: Complete the provided online form, including all required fields.