In APA, 7th edition formatting, a running header is not required for student papers. Eliminate from all pages of the paper.
Include an extra double-spaced blank line between the bolded title and author information
Title Page Information Appears at the Top Half of the Page
Your Name Here
NURS 440: Issues and Trends
West Coast University
Length: 6- to 8-page paper (not counting title and reference pages)
Running head: TITLE OF PAPER HERE IN CAPITAL LETTERS 1
Abstract
The abstract should be a single paragraph in block format (without paragraph indentation). Abstracts should not exceed 250 words maximum. Include an abstract only if your instructor or assignment specifically states an abstract is required. This is because a student paper is typically short and not intended for publication.
IN THIS COURSE, I DO NOT REQUIRE AN ABSTRACT FOR ANY PAPERS/ASSIGNMENTS
Title of Paper Here
The first part of the paper is the introduction section, yet it does not have a heading that is labeled “Introduction.” Instead, the title of the paper is typed at the top of the first page (be sure to center the title, but do not put it in bold). In this section you would start with an introductory paragraph and thesis statement. A well written essay is similar to a trip. The introduction section is the planning stage where you determine the place, time and method of travel. You might also include the order of the trip and stages of travel. The “introduction” should never be the longest part of your paper!
Choosing the Topic
(This is a Level 1 heading. It should be Centered, Boldface, with Uppercase and Lowercase)
I chose this topic because …
Use APA formatted headings and subheadings to organize the sections of your paper and to help your reader transition from section to section. A suggestion is to use headings that are in the order of the assignment and evaluation criteria or rubric so your instructor can easily see you have fulfilled each part of the assignment’s content requirements.
Lobby for Support
I would lobby my legislators or local government for funds to support my issue or trend by…
Do not discuss the lobbying process. Explain exactly what you are lobbying for and why. How will the funds be spent? Be specific.
Good Example: I would lobby for funds to support the implementation of a transition program for the impaired nurse to go from rehab back into the workforce. I would lobby for this because…
Good Example: I would lobby for funds to support clinics and physician’s offices that serve rural communities a telehealth program in order to reach those without access to healthcare. I would lobby for this because…
Bad Example: I would lobby for the local government to support technology in order to improve patient outcomes.
Bad Example: I would explain to legislators why it is important to support a Global Workforce.
This heading should be one or the other, not both.
Current Relevance
This topic is relevant in nursing today because …
Integration into Clinical Practice OR Use in the Clinical Setting
This topic would be integrated into clinical practice by…
OR
This trend or issue would be used in the clinical setting by…
You don’t need to include BOTH sections in your paper. You can decide which section is most appropriate for your topic.
Example: When integrating this new program into the clinical setting, new graduates (or nurses with less than 1 year experience) in the Nurse Mentor Program would be paired up with a nurse of at least 3 years experience.
Summary
Always end with a conclusion where you summarize your paper and repeat the primary points. Remember that a well written essay is like planning a trip. The introduction is the planning stage; the body is the journey. The conclusion allows the opportunity to reflect on where the journey has taken you. This is similar to reviewing the pictures you took on your trip and remembering the important places and experiences.
The above sections can be arranged in whatever order works best for your paper.
You must include the subheadings.
Citations—Be sure they match your references.
Writing Tips–Good writing demands attention to style considerations, including language, grammar, and usage. Your message is lost on the reader if your paper includes errors in word choice, grammar, and usage that interrupt the flow of your writing. It is important to present yourself, your ideas and research as professionally as possible. Read your paper out loud to see if it makes sense. If not, make corrections.
References: minimum of 4 to 5 references
Length: 6- to 8-page paper (not counting title and reference pages)
References
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.
Anderson, Charles. (2003). The impressive psychology paper. Chicago: Lucerne Publishing.
Smith, M. (2001). Writing a successful paper. The Trey Research Monthly, 53, 149-150.
Entries are organized alphabetically and formatted with a hanging indent. Include only the
sources you’ve cited in the text of your paper. Do not number or bullet point.
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