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PubMed2001

[Recommendations for writing patient information statements].

With Evidence-Based Medicine, shared decision making is attracting considerable interest as a means by which patient preferences can be incorporated into clinical decisions. Patients cannot express informed preferences unless they are given sufficient and appropriate information, including a detailed explanation concerning their condition, the different therapeutic options and the likely outcomes with and without treatment. A patient education leaflet is a potentially powerful tool for communicating information to patients, who will be able to participate in the process of decision making. The present article is a review of available guides for the writing of patient information materials. It also includes criteria for evaluating their quality.

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PubMed2002

How to write an evidence-based clinical review article.

Traditional clinical review articles, also known as updates, differ from systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Updates selectively review the medical literature while discussing a topic broadly. Non-quantitative systematic reviews comprehensively examine the medical literature, seeking to identify and synthesize all relevant information to formulate the best approach to diagnosis or treatment. Meta-analyses (quantitative systematic reviews) seek to answer a focused clinical question, using rigorous statistical analysis of pooled research studies. This article presents guidelines for writing an evidence-based clinical review article for American Family Physician. First, the topic should be of common interest and relevance to family practice. Include a table of the continuing medical education objectives of the review. State how the literature search was done and include several sources of evidence-based reviews, such as the Cochrane Collaboration, BMJ's Clinical Evidence, or the InfoRetriever Web site. Where possible, use evidence based on clinical outcomes relating to morbidity, mortality, or quality of life, and studies of primary care populations. In articles submitted to American Family Physician, rate the level of evidence for key recommendations according to the following scale: level A (randomized controlled trial [RCT], meta-analysis); level B (other evidence); level C (consensus/expert opinion). Finally, provide a table of key summary points.

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PubMed2000

Publishing as a career development tool: don't forget to write.

Publishing is a powerful career development tool. This article specifically explains how publication can increase credibility, both within and outside your current organization. For example, writing for publication can establish you as an expert, lead to speaking engagements, and enhance graduate school applications. After discussing why publishing is so important, the author shares personal strategies for success.

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PubMed2002

Kipling's guide to writing a scientific paper.

The generally accepted structure of a scientific paper is four sections, an introduction, a methods section, the results, and a discussion. This so-called IMRaD format is, with a few small variations, found in most research articles in biomedical journals. However, as a guide for someone writing up research data for the first time, it is far from complete for example, there is no T for title or even S for summary. Nor does IMRaD explain what belongs in which section and how much should be included in or excluded from any section. As a supplement to, but not a replacement for, IMRaD research-workers could bear in mind the six honest serving-men of the poet Rudyard Kipling. These writer's servants are called What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who, and they can be applied to all parts of the paper from its title down to the tables.

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PubMed2002

[General principles for scientific reading and writing].

OBJECTIVE: To present an introduction to scientific writing and reading. METHODS/RESULTS: To analyse the most frequently used different formats of scientific-technical documents as reported by UNESCO (1983) including Scientific journals, books, monographs, presentations to congresses, technical reports, yearbooks and bulletins. We describe the main characteristics of each one. CONCLUSIONS: To emphasize the importance of written communication, in its different formats, in health sciences, for health care professionals formation and information.

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PubMed2000

[Inspection of writing-time and script by FTIR microscope].

The IR spectra of different ball-pen script at different paper were determined by FTIR microscope and ATR objective. The spectra of different script on different paper in no time and in three-month time are compared. The result is showed that the most of IR spectra of different ball-pen are different and the IR spectra got in no time and in three-month time are different. The FTIR spectra can be used for inspecting scripts and help to inspect the writing-time.

Forensic Medicine↗
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Medical writing: inadvertent humor and other anomalies.

Although most readers consider medical publications to be somber and somnifacient, a critical eye will discover a remarkable array of absurdities and assorted other oddities, totally unintended by the authors. These eccentricities can be attributed to failure of the author to engage the mind before activating the pen, a lapse of attention during preparation of the manuscript, or an effort to convey profundity and conceal vacuity by inflated and pompous language. The egregious examples from prestigious journals included here should alert medical authors that eternal vigilance to clear, orderly reasoning and lucid, orderly language is crucial during preparation of a manuscript. To acquire a pleasing and distinctive literary style, read extensively of the literary masters, approach writing with enthusiasm for its challenges and rewards, experiment with the choice and arrangement of words and phrases, and read critically every word, phrase, sentence, paragraph, and section of your manuscript as though you were your most critical adversary.

Humans↗
PubMed1992

Instrument development: writing the items.

An important step in instrument development is writing the items that are derived from concept analysis and validation. It is also important to determine if the instrument is to be constructed for criterion-referenced or norm-referenced measurement; examples for both are discussed. Also discussed are methods for developing a blueprint for a psychosocial instrument. Additional methods presented are how to construct the items as simple rather than complex sentences, to keep the sentences short and unambiguous, and to construct the items for an eighth-grade reading level to facilitate patient use.

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PubMed1992

Write now: a guide to publishing.

1. With the elimination of time constraints, fear of rejection, and lack of understanding of the publication process, effective communication and sharing of experiences and expertise among nurses can be enhanced through writing for publication. 2. Important author responsibilities, such as being aware of the number of manuscript copies to be sent with the original, typing and reference format of the journal, letters of transmittal, and acknowledgements, can be found in the journal's guidelines. 3. Understanding the publication process and learning how to use the components can lead to positive results for prospective authors.

Nursing Research↗
PubMed2004

Reflective journal writing to obtain student feedback about their learning during the study of chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

The purpose of this qualitative study was to obtain feedback from physical therapy students about their learning while studying chronic musculoskeletal conditions. All 48 students wrote weekly entries in reflective journals to document what and how they learned during an 8-week academic unit in a 24-month, postbaccalaureate, problem-based program. Students identified significant learning events and described their observations, impressions, and reactions to what and how they learned and how they would respond to the same or similar events in the future. The journals were read independently by two physical therapy instructors who used a qualitative method to code the content of the weekly entries. They worked together to categorize the codes and develop themes. Five themes were identified: (1) realization that a different approach is needed to treat patients with chronic versus acute musculoskeletal conditions, (2) adjustment to group learning, (3) adoption of new coping strategies, (4) appreciation of the influence of students' values and beliefs on patient care, and (5) awareness of the various roles within physical therapy practice. The results indicated that the students had positive shifts in attitude about elderly clients and clients with chronic conditions, that they continued to adjust their learning and coping skills, and that they better understood the scope of practice of physical therapists. Journal writing can be used to obtain important feedback on how students learn and to promote their reflective thinking.

Adult↗
PubMed1992

Guidelines for writing for publication.

Publishing is a worthwhile goal, achievable when separated into manageable steps and when the science and art of writing are addressed. The value of publishing is explored and several approaches to developing and publishing a manuscript are presented.

Nursing↗
PubMed1992

Medical writing. A beginner's guide.

The author presents practical guidelines for writing a variety of medical articles. Newer forms of exposition, for example, poster presentations, are also explored. Guidelines and checklists for common grammatical problems are included.

Authorship↗
PubMed2004

How to write the methods section of a research paper.

The methods section of a research paper provides the information by which a study's validity is judged. Therefore, it requires a clear and precise description of how an experiment was done, and the rationale for why specific experimental procedures were chosen. The methods section should describe what was done to answer the research question, describe how it was done, justify the experimental design, and explain how the results were analyzed. Scientific writing is direct and orderly. Therefore, the methods section structure should: describe the materials used in the study, explain how the materials were prepared for the study, describe the research protocol, explain how measurements were made and what calculations were performed, and state which statistical tests were done to analyze the data. Once all elements of the methods section are written, subsequent drafts should focus on how to present those elements as clearly and logically as possibly. The description of preparations, measurements, and the protocol should be organized chronologically. For clarity, when a large amount of detail must be presented, information should be presented in sub-sections according to topic. Material in each section should be organized by topic from most to least important.

Biomedical Research↗
PubMed2004

How to write an effective discussion.

Explaining the meaning of the results to the reader is the purpose of the discussion section of a research paper. There are elements of the discussion that should be included and other things that should be avoided. Always write the discussion for the reader; remember that the focus should be to help the reader understand the study and that the highlight should be on the study data.

Biomedical Research↗
PubMed2005

Computerized assessment of dental student writing skills.

This study tested the feasibility of using computer-based tools for the assessment of written materials produced by dental students. Written assignments produced by three consecutive incoming dental school classes (240 students) were assessed, and the performance among and between classes was analyzed. Computerized assessment of documents produced by students in the context of their regular coursework proved to be an efficient and effective mechanism for assessing performance. Student performance, assessed as a byproduct of this research, was disappointing. The performance of all classes fell below the eleventh grade level, with some students producing written material at a level of sophistication generally expected from middle school children. Existing technology shows promise as a vehicle for enhancing the assessment of dental students' written communication skills. The ease of use and minimal training necessary to apply this technology can help mitigate the time-intensive nature of writing assessment. If this assessment information is then used to enhance instruction--a process inherently available through software such as WebCT--the distance between assessment and instruction may be more readily bridged through an increase in the use of technology.

Communication↗
PubMed2005

Moving up the career ladder: staff nurses writing for publication.

Facilitating the knowledge and abilities of staff nurses interested in climbing an organization's career ladder helps the nurse, the profession, and patients. Strategies to overcome obstacles and promote collaboration in writing for publication are addressed.

Career Mobility↗
PubMed2005

Writing proposals for research funds.

In this paper, we provide generic guidelines for writing proposals for research funds. These guidelines apply to quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research proposals. A proposal for research funding provides an overview of the planned research and is required by funding agencies. The proposal is submitted for evaluation and ranking by a review committee according to the criteria put forth by that particular agency. It may be necessary to submit proposals to more than one agency to acquire sufficient operating and infrastructure funding for a research project.

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