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Provide a clear and brief descriptive signpost for users who are searching for metadata that may be relevant to their project.
The abstract should allow the reader to determine the scope of the data standard and accurately summarise its content.
The optimal length is one paragraph (limited to 255 characters) and effective abstracts should avoid long sentences and abbreviations where possible.
Abstracts must be different from the full description for a resource.
Note: Users will view Titles and Abstracts when searching for metadata and choosing whether to explore their content further.
Mapping to Standards Directory elements and DSAS Information Standards Notice (ISN)
Exchange Element | Standards Directory element | DSAS form element |
|---|---|---|
Abstract | Description | Description |
Example:
This new information standard presents a combined product which aims to improve patient care through the digital transfer of structured inpatient and day case discharge documents from secondary care to GP practices.
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