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CAPSTONEHALLMARKPOWERPOINTFORWRITINGTEAM.docx
BSN485HallmarkPPTPresentationTemplate2026-2.pptx
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CAPSTONEHALLMARKPOWERPOINTFORWRITINGTEAM.docx
CAPSTONE INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER POINT PRESENTATION:
Objective
· Create and present your full project.
Deliverables
· Create a PP Presentation with presenter notes and narration for your project.
Step 1: Capstone Project
· Create a PP Presentation.
Step 2: Consider
· Must be no more than 15 slides
· Title slide
· Introduction side
· Purpose slide
· Literature review slides
· Outcomes slide
· Approach slide
· Budget slide
· Strategies slide
· Results slide
· Conclusion slide
· Reference slide
Must include professional narration
Step 3: Create
· Use the template attached below.
Step 4 Save and submit
· When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself in an easily accessible place and submit a copy to your instructor using Dropbox.
· Feel free to refer to the template linked below for help with this project.
Hallmark PPT Presentation Template Download Hallmark PPT Presentation Template
Before submitting your presentation, you will record your PowerPoint with voice narration using Canvas Studio. This ensures your slides and audio play correctly for your instructor.
Many learners experience difficulty uploading audio recorded on their phones. To simplify the process, you may use Canvas Studio, which allows you to record, upload, and submit audio directly within Canvas.
Submitting your presentation:
When you are ready to submit your presentation, Select Start Assignment at the top right of this page. Then record and submit your presentation following the steps below.
1. Select the Studio tab.
2. Select + Create, then select Studio Capture.
3. Select your display (your PowerPoint window or full screen) and turn on your microphone.
4. Select Start Recording.
5. Play your slideshow and present your slides with narration.
6. When finished, select Stop Recording.
7. Select Done/Save.
8. Select your recording and select Submit Assignment.
This presentation may be used publicly. If so, you will be contacted by email for permission.
THIS IS THE RUBRIC FOR THE ASSIGNMENT:
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ntentional Learning and Reflection |
15 ptsExemplaryIdentifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation. Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Compares/contrasts perspectives, considers counter arguments or opposing positions, and draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications. |
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Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning |
15 ptsExemplaryProvides compelling and accurate evidence to support in-depth analysis to the central position beyond the required (2) research sources with at least 1 source from a periodical database. Research sources are highly relevant, accurate, recent (less than 5 years old) and reliable and add to the strength of the content. |
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Organization & Presentation |
10 ptsExemplaryContent is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flows smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, and spacing are optimal for audience viewing |
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Writing and APA Formatting |
10 ptsExemplaryContent is well written and uses standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Basically, free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors. APA guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references that are written correctly. |
BSN485HallmarkPPTPresentationTemplate2026-2.pptx
Capstone Project Presentation
[Learner Name]
This is a sample presentation template. It is not a required template;
it is only for information to provide some visual guidance.
[Course Number & Section]
1
** Presentation Tips & Guidelines **
INSTRUCTOR GUIDE
DO
DON'T
Use brief phrases and key words only — narration fills in the details
Limit slides to 4–6 bullet points maximum (utilize 6x6 rule)
Add speaker notes with full narration to every slide in Notes section
Include APA in-text citations for all data and claims in Notes section
Label content slides (e.g., Introduction | Slide 1)
Maintain minimum 18pt font on all body text
List all references in APA 7th edition on last slide(s)
Time limit - 15 minutes max (this is a brief and concise presentation of your project)
Follow the template and include all components
Write full sentences or paragraphs on slides
Exceed 15 content slides (not counting title or references)
Use clip art, WordArt, or unrelated decorative images
Use text smaller than 18pt on any content slide
Submit without completing speaker notes on every slide
Skip citations — every statistic and claim must be sourced
Use neon or low-contrast colors on backgrounds
Include non-peer-reviewed sources without disclosure
Read your full Hallmark paper for each section/slide
Nightingale College
2
Introduction | 1
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Introduce capstone QI project topic.
Include the fully stated PICOT question.
Provide a brief overview of the presentation.
3
Purpose | 2
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Highlight the background/context of the QI practice problem
Identify statistics/epidemiology of the proposed problem
Highlight the potential impact the project has on patient outcomes, healthcare organizations, and/or the Nursing profession
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
4
Literature Review | Methods of Search 3
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Databases searched
Keywords used
Inclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria
Additional strategies
5
Literature Review | Review of Literature 4
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Author (Year): Type of study (Qualitative/Quantitative)
Key point:
Author (Year): Type of study (Qualitative/Quantitative)
Key point:
Author (Year): Type of study (Qualitative/Quantitative)
Key point:
TIP: Provide only a brief highlight of each research article on slide (see example). Do not read whole paragraphs from your paper. Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in the notes. Add the full APA resources to reference slide.
6
Literature Review | Review of Literature, continued 5
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Author (Year): Type of study (Qualitative/Quantitative)
Key point:
Author (Year): Type of study (Qualitative/Quantitative)
Key point:
TIP: Provide only a brief highlight of what is discussed in your paper. Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in the notes. Add the full APA resources to reference slide.
7
Literature Review | Findings 6
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State the central theme across all reviewed studies
Identify consistent patterns in the evidence supporting your intervention
Connect findings to your PICOT question
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
8
Outcomes | 7
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Include only the most important measurable portion of each outcome/SMART goal on the slide
TIP: Use the Notes section to provide the complete SMART goal and additional explanation that would be presented to the audience. See example below:
9
Approach | 9
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Highlight the steps of the implementation plan
Identify how the SMART goals/project outcomes receive the desired outcome?
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
10
Approach | Continued if needed 10
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11
Budget | 11
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Summarize & highlight the overall budget themes/benefits/costs
TIP: Summarize your detailed budget by combining related expenses into budget categories (e.g., Personnel, Training, Equipment, etc) to illustrate how project funds are allocated. Do not list each individual item. Do not copy/paste the Budget template from your Capstone Paper.
| Budget Category | Benefit | Overall Cost |
| Total Overall Costs |
12
Strategies | 12
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Highlight implementation strategies
Acknowledge: Strengths, limitations, potential risks, & ethical considerations
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
13
Results | 13
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Summarize the results of your project
Discuss outcomes and tie to original PICOT question
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
14
Conclusion | 14
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Restate the clinical problem
Highlight impact on patient outcomes, healthcare organizations, and/or the Nursing profession
Summarize key aspects of proposed project
TIP: Include peer reviewed scholarly resource in-text citations in notes. Add full APA resources to reference slide.
15
References |
Nightingale College
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Name of the Periodical, volume(issue), #–#. https://doi.org/xxxx
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Copyright Year). Title of the book (7th ed.). Publisher. DOI or URL
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Copyright Year). Title of the book chapter. In A. A. Editor & B. B. Editor (Eds.), Title of the book (2nd ed., pp. #–#). Publisher. DOI or URL
TIPS:
List all references in APA 7th edition format — alphabetical by first author's last name
Use hanging indent format (second and subsequent lines indented 0.5")
Every in-text citation used in this presentation must appear in this Reference list
All sources must be peer-reviewed (published within past 5 years)
This slide does NOT count toward your 15 content slides — may extend to additional slides as needed
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