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Question 1

Which phase of the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycle focuses on interpreting the data collected during the 'Do' phase?

Accepted Answer

Study

Answer

The 'Study' phase involves analysing results against predictions, identifying what was learned, and drawing conclusions before deciding on next steps.

Question 2

What term describes intellectual property protection for new inventions that grants the holder exclusive rights to exploit the invention for up to 20 years?

Accepted Answer

Patent

Answer

A patent grants exclusive commercial rights over a novel, inventive, and industrially applicable invention for up to 20 years from the filing date.

Question 3

In research governance, what is the purpose of a Research Passport in the UK?

Accepted Answer

To facilitate honorary contracts allowing researchers to work across NHS organisations

Answer

A Research Passport streamlines the pre-engagement checks required for researchers who need to work with NHS patients, staff, or data across multiple organisations.

Question 4

Which type of error occurs when a researcher incorrectly rejects a true null hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

Type I error (false positive)

Answer

A Type I error (α) occurs when the null hypothesis is true but is incorrectly rejected, equivalent to a false positive finding.

Question 5

A new medical device is classified as Class IIb under UK MDR 2002 regulations. What level of conformity assessment is required?

Accepted Answer

Involvement of a UK Approved Body to assess the quality system and/or device design

Answer

Class IIb devices require a UK Approved Body to conduct conformity assessment of the quality management system and, typically, the device design.

(STP) Scientist Training Programme Practice Test

(STP) Scientist Training Programme Practice Test

STP Research, Development & Innovation 4