A practical guide to designing a poster for presentation
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A practical guide to designing a poster for presentation

David J Briggs Senior lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
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Poster presentations are frequently used to disseminate research findings and clinical initiatives at conferences, and present module material for educational courses. However, many nurses lack confidence when it comes to designing posters. This article considers the skills required to design a poster. Aspects of good poster design are also discussed.

Nursing Standard. 23, 34, 35-39. doi: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.34.35.c6954

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D.J.Briggs@herts.ac.uk

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Keywords :

Conferences and meetings - Education: methods - Poster presentation - Professional development

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29 April 2009 / Vol 23 issue 34

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