Writing a research abstract: structure, style and content
Hugh Brazier Deputy Librarian, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
The communication of ideas is fundamental to the development of all professions. Producing an abstract is an essential part of this process and it requires careful planning if it is to fulfil its purpose correctly. This article explains how to compose and use the abstract of a research paper to its full potential.
Nursing Standard.
11, 48, 34-36.
doi: 10.7748/ns1997.08.11.48.34.c2472
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