Abstract

Owned by Charlotte Reynolds
Jun 20, 2022
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Completion Guidance

Section: Summary (1)
Completion: Mandatory
Minimum number of entries allowed: 1
Maximum number of entries allowed: 1
Syntax restrictions: 255 characters, including spaces.

  • 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.

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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