17 Questions
What is essential to obtain from research subjects who are able to provide it before they participate in a medical research?
Written informed consent
What is the primary purpose of disclosing funding sources and potential conflicts of interest in research?
To ensure transparency and accountability
Why is it essential to protect the privacy and confidentiality of research subjects?
To maintain trust between researchers and participants
What should be tested against when introducing a new intervention in medical research?
The best proven treatment that presently exists
What special consideration exists for research subjects who are incapable of giving informed consent due to mental or physical incapacity?
Obtaining consent from a legally authorized representative
What is the primary purpose of using a placebo in medical research?
To provide a treatment with no active properties
What is the primary purpose of using placebos in clinical trials?
To understand the real effect of the new treatment and distinguish it from the placebo effect
What should happen to participants in a trial if the intervention is identified as beneficial?
They are offered post-trial access to the intervention
Why must researchers register their studies in a publicly accessible database?
To comply with ethical obligations and ensure transparency
What is the researchers' ethical obligation upon completing a trial?
To share complete and accurate results, including negative or inconclusive findings
What can be a factor in the placebo effect?
A person's belief in the treatment
What is the primary consideration when conducting medical research?
The importance of the findings outweighing the risks and burdens to the research subjects
Who should supervise medical research?
A qualified physician or healthcare professional
What is a key principle of protecting vulnerable populations in medical research?
Special protections must be implemented to protect vulnerable individuals and groups
What should happen if the risks of a research study start to outweigh the potential benefits?
The study should be immediately stopped
What is the basis for medical research, according to the Declaration of Helsinki?
Sound scientific inquiry
What is a key consideration in minimizing harm to research subjects?
Monitored and mitigated risks
This quiz covers the essential principles of research ethics, including understanding existing literature, study design, transparency, and protection of privacy and confidentiality.
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