- Begin the paper with a title page. Use running head and page numbers.
- Use double spacing throughout the paper, including citation of article, and start each article at the top of a new page.
- At the top of the second page, cite the first article in 7th APA format.
- On the first line below the citation, begin the annotated bibliography.
- Summarize the article
- Briefly critique the article and relevance to advanced nursing practice.
- Each annotated bib should contain at least 200-300 words (not including citation), or roughly 1-1.5 pages in length.
- Begin each annotated bib with citation at the top of a new page.
- Unless an exception is approved by your mentor, you should include 12-15 articles in your annotated bibliography paper.
- Include a reference list at the end of the paper in APA format.
You need the full text of the article in order to write an annotated bibliography – do not use an abstract.