CRP Ethical Considerations & Compliance 2

Question 1

A researcher discovers mid-study that a participant is experiencing unexpected adverse effects. What is the FIRST ethical obligation?

Accepted Answer

Protect participant safety and report the finding promptly

Answer

Participant safety always takes precedence; the researcher must act immediately and report the adverse event through proper channels.

Question 2

Which principle from the Belmont Report addresses the fair distribution of research burdens and benefits across population groups?

Accepted Answer

Justice

Answer

Justice requires that vulnerable populations not be exploited and that research benefits and burdens be distributed equitably.

Question 3

A researcher has a financial stake in the company whose product is being tested. This situation most directly creates a:

Accepted Answer

Conflict of interest

Answer

A personal financial interest in the outcome of research constitutes a conflict of interest that must be disclosed and managed.

Question 4

Under 45 CFR 46 (the Common Rule), which of the following studies is EXEMPT from full IRB review?

Accepted Answer

Anonymous surveys about educational practices in standard settings

Answer

Anonymous surveys on educational practices in standard settings qualify for an exemption under 45 CFR 46.104(d)(2).

Question 5

What does the term 'therapeutic misconception' refer to in research ethics?

Accepted Answer

A participant believing research treatment is individualized clinical care

Answer

Therapeutic misconception occurs when participants fail to understand that research goals differ from individualized clinical treatment.

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