APA format citation help?

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Hi students,

I have to submit my paper today and I'm having a bit of trouble finding how to intext cite a source. Source is web page definition (not a dictionary). I thought I was correct with using (n.d.) then I saw in small print "last editorial review xx/xx/xxxx". Does that mean I cite that?

I'm going with the n.d. unless anyone else has had any experience with this. APA printed material does have a few areas that are not easily defined.

Thanks in advance for any help. I wrote the paper with ease, now finding the citations is a bit more challenging. :o)

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.

I might actually use the last review date, since it sounds like that was the last time it was updated/eyeballed/maybe copyrighted?

I have a lovely program called PERRLA I have used heavily during my time with Chamberlain. It really helps with citations and paper formatting in general, although now I can pretty much do them off the top of my head after writing umpteen-million papers. :D

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Thank you Lisa, I kind of thought that would be what I needed, though didn't see it the first time. You would think if the instructor asks for your "rough draft" they would actually provide feedback. I use an online citation generator, but don't always trust it. I kind of feel out on my own in this class (not that it was difficult), but emailing the instructor with questions hasn't proven to bring answers. I'm glad there are so many people here willing to help and advise. I think I've spent more time on citations than writing the paper. I actually left some stuff out that I might have used if I'd have figured out how to cite it.

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Specializes in Psych, Chem Dependency, Occ. Health.

I would use the last editorial date also. APA can be tough. Once you get used to using it, it will get easier. I feel like I can do it in my sleep now.

Sue, RN

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Okay.... here's another one for you.... Headings

Things like Introduction, Discussion, Summary are primary headings... correct?

Things like Nursing opportunity would be a secondary heading thereby left alignment... yes?

haha, I think I need a class on APA alone. APA for dummies. (got the book, but still have questions, I'd rather not loose 75 pts. due to an APA error).

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I would also go with the last review date, unless you want to spend time researching this to come up with the definitive answer! Good luck with your baby!

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Specializes in Hospice, ER.

I can never get the APA right. Lisa, post a link for that program please!

Thanks:)

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.

It's here: PERRLA.com -- it's been very helpful! Like Sue said, at this point I can do APA format in my sleep! Ha.

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Specializes in Hospice, ER.

I just ordered it - Lisa, thanks so much!

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