Poster Application Guidelines
The goal of the Annual Program Planning Committee is to provide educational activities of excellent quality in a wide variety of dermatology nursing related topics. Members of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association and non-members are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations at the Annual Convention. If you are interested in submitting an abstract for a poster presentation please submit the following information.
The DNA now has 2 categories under which you can enter your poster.
- Research Poster Abstracts
- Informational Poster Abstracts
Poster Criteria
- Posters are welcome from all disciplines.
- In conjunction with the Awards Committee and Research Committee the DNA will honor the top three poster submissions from both "Research Posters" and "Informational Posters".
- PRIZES will be awarded only to current members of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association.
- Poster presenters must include a nurse.
Posters will be judged on
- Creativity/Originality
- Appearance
- Presentation
- Implications/relevance to Dermatology patients or nursing.
Guidelines to a Successful Poster
To assist you in the formation of your poster we have included the following poster guidelines:
- Posters should be no larger than: 4 foot high x 8 foot wide
- Posters should be attractive, well organized and largely self-explanatory
- Posters should be readable by viewers from five feet away.
- Do not omit text, but keep brief. The message should be clear and concise, understandable without oral explanation.
- Avoid abbreviations, acronyms, and jargon. Use a consistent type style throughout.
- The movement of the eye over the poster should be natural-- down columns or along rows.
- Do not overload your poster. More material means less communication. Discussion, graphs and tables should be simple.
Listed below are some important guidelines for abstract submissions for both poster categories. Those submitting are encouraged to provide complete information and follow the space guidelines.
To Apply As A Poster Presenter
YOU MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED INFORMATION ALONG WITH YOUR ABSTRACT:
The preferred method for submission of abstracts is to e-mail your submission to
rgeary@ahint.com.
All abstracts submitted by US mail, MUST BE TYPED, and received no later than December 1, 2008.
The mailing address is:
Attn: Robin Geary
Dermatology Nurses Association
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C
Mt Laurel, NJ 08054
Poster locations and viewing times will be published in the general program book along with oral presentations.
Poster Application Form
(This form must be submitted along with your abstract)
Abstract Format for Research Based Posters
Title of Poster:
Names of Presenters;
Development of Abstract: Under the headings below in 200 words or less, 12-font size, double-spaced, inch margins complete the following:
1. Introduction:
In 2-3 sentences state:
A. The problem or purpose addressed by the study.
B. The main objective or hypothesis of study.
(e.g. What was your main research problem and objectives? )
2. Methods:
In 2-3 sentences state:
A. Outline of the method or design used in your study. (e.g. survey or
questionnaire)
B. Criteria for enrollment (sample and population of patients).
C. Time frame of study.
(e.g. briefly expand on methods of sampling, data collection and analysis.)
3. Findings or Results of the Study:
In 3-4 sentences state:
A. Statistical analysis or findings from study.
(e.g. what did you discover in your research?
4. Conclusions:
In 2-3 sentences state:
A. The conclusion from your study. ( e.g. why your study proved to be significant or useful.)
(e.g. what do your findings mean?)
5. Nursing Implications
6. References
List all references.
Example of Research Poster Abstract
Title:
Burn Patients Feedback on the Use of Skin Moisturizers
Presenters:
Leslie Plauntz (1), Julie Zettle-Rogers (2), Jacqueline Allen (3), Manuel Gomez (1), Joel S.Fish (1). (1)Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, (2) Hospital for Si8ck Children, (3) Hamilton General Hospital, Ontario, Canada
1. Introduction: Reduced plasticity, low temperature tolerance, decreased lubrication, and increased fragility are usual skin characteristics following burn wound healing. These conditions produce significant discomfort, reduce patient mobility, and patient's return to normal activities. Skin moisturizers are usually recommended as part of the rehabilitation phase of burn patients following hospital discharge. The purpose of this study was to determine the types of skin care products used by burn survivors in Ontario.
2. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was administered to burn patients with 3 months or more post hospital discharge, and who attended the outpatient clinic of 3 burn canters in Ontario, between April and August 2002. The survey was designed to investigate the type of skin care products used, their frequency, patients' satisfaction, and their preferences.
3. Results: Of 112 completed surveys, 90 (80.4%), were from patients of an adult regional burn center (RBC), 18 (16.1%) from a pediatric burn center (PBC), and 4 (3.6 %) from other adult burn center (ACB ). Most of the participants used skin moisturizers ( 96.4%) every day (85.2%). The most preferred skin moisturizer was Vaseline Intensive Care for RBC patients (49.4 %), Vitamin E for PBC patients (17.6 %), and Nivea for ABC patients (75 %). They preferred them because they kept the skin moist (RBC= 25.3 %, PBC=29.5%), or were not too greasy (ABC=50%). Participants received more information about skin moisturizers from physicians in RBC patients (52.9%), friends in PBC patients (29.4%), and burn clinic in ABC patients (50.0%). The majority (75.9%) continued using the skin moisturizers recommended by hospital personnel. Other found a better product (6.5%), stopped it because they did not need it (4.6 %), all wounds were healed (3.7 %), or because it was too greasy (1.9%). More than half (59.3%) used sunscreen (RBC= 58.6%, PBC-70.6%), ABC= 25%), mainly when they were outdoors (33.3%).
4. Conclusions: Skin moisturizers are used daily by the majority of burn patients following 3 months or more after hospital discharge. Vaseline Intensive Care and Nivea are the most preferred skin moisturizer in adults and those with Vitamin E in pediatric patients. Most patients continued using the skin moisturizer recommended by hospital personnel. Larger studies are necessary to confirm these findings.
5. Nursing Implications: At the conclusion of this study we hope to evaluate the success of patient information sheets related to the use of moisturizers and to assess if our current teaching methods to burn survivors with respect to the care of their skin is adequate.
6. References:
- Loden M. Barrier recovery and influence of irritant stimuli in skin treated with a moisturizing
cream. Contact Dermatitis 1997: 36:256-260. - Overgaard OL, Jemec GB. The influence of water, glycerin, paraffin oil and ethanol on skin
mechanics. Acta Derm Venereol 1993: 73;404-406. - Burr S. Emollients for managing dry skin conditions. Prof Nurse 1999: 15;43-48.
- Draelos ZD. Therapeutic moisturizers. Deratol Clin 2000: 18:;97-607.
- Miettin H. Johansson G, Gobo9m S, Swanbeck G. Studies on constitutes of moisturizers: water-binding properties of urea and NaCl in aqueous solutions. Skin Pharmmacol Appli Skin Physiol 1999: 12;344-351.
Abstract Format for Informational Posters
Title of Poster
Name of Presenters
Development of Abstract
In 200 words or less, 12-font size, double-spaced, one-inch margins please complete under the following headings.
1. Introduction:
In 2-3 sentences state:
The description of your proposed educational poster.
2. Methods:
In 2-3 sentences state:
The outline, content, and any evidence based research that your poster is based on.
3. Results:
In 2-3 sentences state:
Statistical data analysis or significance of your educational material.
4. Conclusion:
In 2-3 sentences state:
Importance of your educational, material to dermatologic knowledge.
5. Nursing Implications
6. References:
List any references used to develop educational material in your poster.
Example of Informational Abstract Poster
Title of Poster: Celebrating 10 Years as a Chapter
Name of Presenters: Leslie Plauntz, Sandra Walsh, Lori Baldwin, Lynne Vear, Lesley Eisel .
Introduction: The poster will discuss the growth, challenges, and successes of the Canadian Central Chapter of the Dermatology Nurses Association (DNA) over the past 10 years. Our objective is to celebrate our growth as a chapter with our members and the DNA. The poster we will provide information on how membership has increased, educational funding to members is now available and how the membership has become more involved at both national and international levels.
Methods: The method to compile information was to look back retrospectively over the past 10 years to assess statistical information on the number of members in the chapter. We assessed membership involvement at both the national and international level in areas such as poster presentations, speakers, committee membership and membership involvement in running for local and national office. Methods to obtain funding and the growth of corporate sponsorship were reviewed.
Results: Statistical data showed the membership in the Central Canadian Chapter had grown over the last 10 years. Educational funds in the form of scholarships to our members had grown as well as membership involvement in activities both at the local and national levels. Continued growth and support form pharmaceutical companies showed the success of the chapter’s daylong yearly educational workshops. The arrival of the " biologics" also demonstrated an increased interest on behalf of the pharmaceutical companions to support the education of members.
Conclusion: Initiating a chapter can seem like a momentous challenge. The support of colleagues, pharmaceutical companies, the DNA and dedicated nurses can make the task easier. A successful chapter can develop and foster the highest standards of dermatology care, enhance professional growth through education, facilitate communication among members and provide a network of member support to each other. Involvement in the formation and maintenance of a chapter is a rewarding, fulfilling experience for all involved, especially at the executive level.
Nursing Implications: Belonging to a chapter provides the opportunity to network and share professional interests with other nursing colleagues. Chapter members share experience, build co-operation and foster collaboration and understanding through information exchanges, mutual support and sustained involvement in mentorship. Through this mentorship we aim to nuture quality and best practices within the nursing profession and especially within the specialty of dermatology.
References: DNA Database - Membership Enrollment over the Past 10 Years.