Research Methods and Hypothesis Testing
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What is excluded from the concept of fairness in research?

  • Respecting patients' privacy (correct)
  • Protecting vulnerable individuals
  • Distributing risks and benefits evenly
  • Selecting participants fairly
  • What is a major limitation of the Nuremberg Code?

  • It does not distinguish between healthy and patient participants (correct)
  • It does not require informed consent
  • It allows patients to withdraw from research at any time
  • It does not emphasize the importance of animal studies
  • Which document emphasizes the dual responsibility of physicians as researchers and healthcare providers?

  • CIOMS guidelines
  • Helsinki Declaration (correct)
  • Nuremberg Code
  • World Medical Association's document
  • Which document was the first to require ethical review committee approval for research?

    <p>Public Health Service regulations (1966)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization issued the Helsinki Declaration on ethical principles for medical research?

    <p>World Medical Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of research ethics?

    <p>To protect the rights and welfare of research participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key principle of fairness in research?

    <p>Distributing risks and benefits equally among participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major limitation of the Nuremberg Code?

    <p>It does not distinguish between healthy and patient participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement 'xác suất 96%' refer to in the context of the research?

    <p>The probability of the study detecting a 50% reduction in bleeding risk with misoprostol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the margin of error for estimating the rate of intellectual disability in children?

    <p>0.3%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the width of the 95% confidence interval for the estimated weight of men in Ho Chi Minh City?

    <p>4 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a direct result of the actions of Nazi officers and scientists?

    <p>The Nuremberg Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the most impactful ethical issue with the Tuskegee, Alabama, study?

    <p>Participants were not informed of potential harm nor offered treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following big data sources usually requires ethical approval?

    <p>All of these</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate action if your adviser says that there are no ethical concerns with your research project?

    <p>Ask your adviser to explain their view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of ethical approval in research?

    <p>To protect the rights and welfare of participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of using CMC-127 in the treatment of tuberculosis?

    <p>It brings many benefits to patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the research on CMC-127?

    <p>To study the effects of CMC-127 on tuberculosis patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are patients fully informed about the research process?

    <p>So they can understand the potential risks and benefits of CMC-127</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum sample size required for the research?

    <p>200 patients in each group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the sponsor willing to study 400 patients in each group?

    <p>To make sure the results are reliable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the primary concern of the ethics committee when reviewing the research?

    <p>The safety of the patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the researcher do if a patient is injured during the research?

    <p>Report the incident to the ethics committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to ensure that the research is not biased towards certain groups of people?

    <p>To ensure that the results are reliable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When the researcher reduces the width of the 95% confidence interval by half, what happens to the accuracy?

    <p>The accuracy is increased by two times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Type I error in hypothesis testing?

    <p>Rejecting a true null hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To reduce the margin of error of an estimate by half, what should the researcher do?

    <p>Increase the sample size by four times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When the margin of error is 5%, what is the sample size required to estimate a proportion?

    <p>Largest when the estimated proportion is 45%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 95% confidence interval for the average weight of men in Ho Chi Minh City?

    <p>60 and 64 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the power of the study 'Oral misoprostol in preventing postpartum haemorrhage in resource-poor communities: a randomised controlled trial'?

    <p>96%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of increasing the sample size in a study?

    <p>To increase the accuracy of the estimate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of Type I error in a study?

    <p>The researcher rejects a true null hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you have ethical concerns about your study?

    <p>Contact other faculty/staff including the ethic committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT one of the principles laid out in the Belmont Report?

    <p>Thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a participant has a severe allergy to the study drug, what should you do?

    <p>Suspend the study and consult with others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are special considerations necessary in research with prisoners?

    <p>As a captive population, they may feel coerced to take part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the debriefing information for a psychological research?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the information sheet in the informed consent process?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is important to include in a consent form?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to obtain ethics permission from your University ethics committee or IRB?

    <p>To ensure that your study is ethical and does not harm participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Intervals

    • To reduce the margin of error of a confidence interval by half, the sample size needs to be quadrupled.
    • A 95% confidence interval means that if the experiment were repeated many times, approximately 95% of the time the true population parameter would fall within the interval.
    • A 50% reduction in the margin of error corresponds to a fourfold increase in sample size.

    Ethics in Research

    • The Nuremberg Code (1947) is one of the earliest ethical codes for research on human subjects, established in response to the Nazi atrocities.
    • The Belmont Report (1979) is a landmark report that outlines the principles of ethical research, including respect for persons, beneficence, and justice.
    • Informed consent is a crucial aspect of ethical research, ensuring that participants understand the risks and benefits of the study and can make informed decisions about their participation.
    • The Tuskegee Syphilis Study (1932-1972) is an infamous example of unethical research, where African American men were intentionally left untreated for syphilis without their knowledge or consent.
    • The Declaration of Helsinki (1964) is a set of ethical principles for medical research, emphasizing the importance of protecting human subjects and ensuring that research is conducted with integrity.

    Statistical Analysis

    • The level of significance (α) determines the probability of rejecting a true null hypothesis.
    • A type I error occurs when a researcher rejects a true null hypothesis, while a type II error occurs when a researcher fails to reject a false null hypothesis.
    • The power of a test is the probability of rejecting a false null hypothesis.

    Research Design and Methodology

    • A randomized controlled trial (RCT) is a study design in which participants are randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group.
    • A sample size calculation is necessary to determine the required number of participants for a study.
    • A confidence interval is a range of values within which a population parameter is likely to lie.

    Ethical Considerations in Research

    • Special considerations are necessary when conducting research with vulnerable populations, such as prisoners or children, to ensure that they are not exploited or coerced.
    • Debriefing is an essential aspect of research, ensuring that participants understand the purpose and outcome of the study.
    • The Institutional Review Board (IRB) is responsible for reviewing and approving research studies to ensure that they meet ethical standards.

    Confidentiality and Data Protection

    • Data protection and confidentiality are essential aspects of research, ensuring that participants' personal information is protected and kept confidential.
    • Researchers must ensure that data is stored securely and that participants' anonymity is maintained.
    • Informed consent is a process by which participants are informed about the study and provide their consent to participate.
    • Debriefing is a process by which participants are informed about the study's outcome and any deception that may have occurred.
    • Participants have the right to withdraw from the study at any time.

    Research Ethics Regulations

    • The Nuremberg Code, the Declaration of Helsinki, and the Belmont Report are key regulations that guide ethical research practices.
    • The Institutional Review Board (IRB) is responsible for reviewing and approving research studies to ensure that they meet ethical standards.

    Drug Development and Safety

    • The development of new drugs requires rigorous testing to ensure safety and efficacy.
    • Researchers must ensure that participants are fully informed about the risks and benefits of the study and provide their consent to participate.
    • The rights and safety of participants must be protected throughout the study.

    Vulnerable Populations

    • Researchers must take special precautions when conducting research with vulnerable populations, such as prisoners or children, to ensure that they are not exploited or coerced.
    • The principles of respect, beneficence, and justice must be upheld when conducting research with vulnerable populations.

    Ethical dilemmas

    • Researchers may face ethical dilemmas when conducting research, such as balancing the need to protect participants' rights with the need to advance knowledge.
    • Ethical considerations must be weighed carefully when making decisions about research design and methodology.

    Research Ethics Committees

    • Research ethics committees are responsible for reviewing and approving research studies to ensure that they meet ethical standards.
    • The committees must ensure that the rights and safety of participants are protected throughout the study.

    Ethical principles

    • Respect for persons, beneficence, and justice are key ethical principles that guide research practices.
    • Researchers must ensure that participants are treated with respect and dignity, and that the research is conducted in a way that maximizes benefits and minimizes harm.

    Confidentiality and Anonymity

    • Confidentiality and anonymity are essential aspects of research, ensuring that participants' personal information is protected and kept confidential.
    • Researchers must ensure that data is stored securely and that participants' anonymity is maintained.
    • The informed consent process is a crucial aspect of research, ensuring that participants understand the risks and benefits of the study and provide their consent to participate.
    • The process must be transparent, fair, and respectful of participants' autonomy.

    Ethical Conduct of Research

    • Researchers must conduct research in a way that is respectful, fair, and transparent.
    • The ethical conduct of research is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring that research is conducted in a way that is morally and ethically sound.

    Ethical Issues in Research

    • Ethical issues may arise during research, such as conflicts of interest, bias, and deception.
    • Researchers must be aware of these issues and take steps to mitigate them.

    Research Ethics and Human Rights

    • Research ethics and human rights are closely intertwined, ensuring that research is conducted in a way that respects and protects human dignity.
    • Researchers must ensure that the rights and safety of participants are protected throughout the study.

    Ethical Considerations in Research Design

    • Ethical considerations must be integrated into research design, ensuring that the study is conducted in a way that is respectful, fair, and transparent.
    • Researchers must consider the potential risks and benefits of the study and ensure that participants are fully informed.

    Ethical Principles in Research

    • Respect for persons, beneficence, and justice are key ethical principles that guide research practices.
    • Researchers must ensure that participants are treated with respect and dignity, and that the research is conducted in a way that maximizes benefits and minimizes harm.

    Ethical Issues in Research Methodology

    • Ethical issues may arise during research, such as conflicts of interest, bias, and deception.
    • Researchers must be aware of these issues and take steps to mitigate them.

    Ethical Considerations in Data Analysis

    • Ethical considerations must be integrated into data analysis, ensuring that the results are presented in a way that is respectful, fair, and transparent.
    • Researchers must ensure that the data is analyzed in a way that respects the rights and safety of participants.

    Ethical Conduct of Research

    • Researchers must conduct research in a way that is respectful, fair, and transparent.
    • The ethical conduct of research is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring that research is conducted in a way that is morally and ethically sound.

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    This quiz tests your understanding of research methods, hypothesis testing, and statistical analysis. It covers topics such as confidence intervals, Type I errors, and the accuracy of research results.

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