Write a research paper on the Poisoning among the elderly.Directions: For the purpose of this assignment, students are to write an abstract on a proposed and executed research study. Students will highlight and identify an important issue in the area of public health regrading injuries and accidents. Students will utilize the information learned from the topics discussed in the course. An abstract should read like an overview of the paper and not a proposal.
Due Date: ___3/27 at 5:00pm______ submitted through Safe Assign via Blackboard
The abstract should include the following:
There are 5 main components of an abstract each one will be addressed in this assignment. Since this is a fictionalized abstract the data and information utilized will be based from other studies. Please be sure to cite the studies utilized appropriately and in APA format.
Introduction
Abstract should begin with a brief but precise statement of the problem.
Discuss any necessary factors surrounding this topic.
What is this research study trying to better understand or solve?
Research significance
Discuss and support with research from other studies why this study is important.
Methodology
A methodology identifies exactly how the study was conducted. An individual should be able to read the methodology and repeat the study.
Be sure to identify what type of study occurred. How did you conduct your research
How and what type of data was collected
Results
**The results will be hypothetical. Base the results of this proposed study on the findings from another study. Be sure to cite that study when you discuss your results.**
What did the research study find.
*In Chapter 7, we mention p values. This should be identified in your abstract.
Conclusion
Be a summary of the study and give closure to the abstract
Address the meaning of your findings and the importance of the paper overall.
What are the implications of the study?
Overall an abstract:
An introduction which outlines the scenario of importance related to the topic and the research proposed.
A statement of the public health significance of the issue
The proposed study design for the research
Outline the case definition of the injury
Identify the proposed data sources for the study
Discuss the proposed measures to assess exposure and outcome in the study
A research hypothesis
Discussion of the fundamental limitations that may be related to the proposed
Identify the type of epidemiologic study
Identify what associations investigators are looking for
Topics:
Motor vehicle crash risk in medical residents
Intimate Partner Violence by female perpetrators
Injuries related to High School cheerleading
Injuries related to cyber bullying
Poisoning among the elderly
Injuries related to Nintendo Wii use
Carbon monoxide deaths following disasters
Vocal cord injuries among sports fans
Eye injuries among sanitation workers
Road rage injuries
Format Requirements:
All papers are to be typed in Times New Roman, Font 12, and double spaced.
Grammar and sentence structure: The paper is to be clear and concise; does not contain errors in spelling, punctuation, or syntax.
All sources should be not older than 10 years.
APA Format: All sources should be cited in APA format.
The assignment should be 3 pages in length. A cover page, the abstract, and the reference page.
