Informed Consent in Research

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What is the purpose of debriefing in a study that involves deception?

To reward participants for their time

To collect additional data from participants

To ensure participants do not reveal the study's true purpose

To inform participants about the true purpose of the study (correct)

When should debriefing take place in a study that involves deception?

Before the study begins

After the study is completed (correct)

During the study

At the researcher's discretion

What information should be included in the debriefing process?

A full description of the study's true purpose and the use of deception (correct)

The researchers' personal opinions

Only the study's results

Only the study's methodology

Why is debriefing necessary in studies that involve deception?

To ensure participant consent Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of debriefing in a study that involves deception?

To ensure participants understand the study's true purpose Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for citing the original author when quoting someone else's work?

To protect intellectual property rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of nurses in research studies, particularly clinical trials?

To answer patients' questions about the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for passing off someone else's work as one's own?

Plagiarism Signup and view all the answers

What type of research studies are conducted to evaluate new treatments, new drugs, and new or improved medical equipment?

Clinical trials Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author that discussed the role of nurses as patient advocates in research studies?

Habel Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major elements of informed consent?

Disclosing alternative procedures, if any Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to protect participants' confidentiality?

To avoid placing pressure on participants Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of debriefing participants?

To fulfill the requirement of informed consent Signup and view all the answers

What should be disclosed to participants regarding the study's sponsors?

The identity of the sponsors Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid hidden ID codes on questionnaires?

To protect participants' confidentiality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Justified Deception?

To protect participants/patients/society/resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Research Ethics?

To protect participants/patients/society/resources Signup and view all the answers

What must the researcher consider when using deception in research?

All alternatives to deception Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of the researcher using deception in research?

Justifying the deception in terms of significant benefit Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between deception and the participants in research?

The deception must be justified in terms of some significant benefit to the participants Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of effective communication in research?

To allow more space for other research to be published Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a nurse researcher in a clinical trial?

To protect the privacy and dignity of patients Signup and view all the answers

Why should a researcher avoid conducting studies with undue physical or psychological risks?

To respect the dignity and privacy of patients Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a nurse researcher in a clinical trial?

To advocate for patients Signup and view all the answers

What should a researcher strive for when publishing their findings?

To publish a single article with multiple studies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Citation and Authorship

Intellectual and property rights must be protected through citation and authorship.
Acknowledgement should include the names of people who helped in solving the research problem.
Patient literacy is essential in understanding research studies, particularly clinical trials.

The Nurse Researcher as a Patient Advocate

The nurse researcher must protect the privacy and dignity of research participants.
Researchers must refrain from conducting studies that involve physical, psychological, or emotional risks.
The nurse researcher is responsible for study conditions and must ensure that participants are not pressurized.

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies conducted to evaluate new treatments, drugs, and medical equipment.
Nurses should be able to answer patients' questions about clinical trials.

Deception and Debriefing

Deception may be justified in research studies if it provides a significant benefit that outweighs the risk to participants.
Deceived participants must receive a debriefing that provides a full description of the study's true purpose.
Debriefing should include the use and purpose of deception.

Informed consent must include alternative procedures, if any, and ensure anonymity or confidentiality.
Participants have the right to refuse to participate or withdraw from the study without penalty.
The researcher must offer to answer all questions and provide a means of obtaining study results.

Rules to Protect Participants

Confidentiality must be protected, and participants should not be pressured.
Participation should be free from harm and discomfort.
Sponsors should be identified, and hidden ID codes on questionnaires should be avoided.
Participants should be debriefed, and informed consent should be based on accurate information.

Purpose of Research Ethics

Research ethics aim to protect participants, patients, society, and resources.
Ethics ensure the accuracy of scientific knowledge and protect intellectual and property rights.

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Test your knowledge on the essential elements of informed consent in research, including the disclosure of alternative procedures, assurance of anonymity and confidentiality, and the right to refuse or withdraw participation. This quiz covers the rules to protect participants and ensure their safety and privacy.