A patient in a research study must give valid informed consent. Which statement is correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Participation must be voluntary and informed, with freedom to withdraw
- Step 1: Research ethics follow the Declaration of Helsinki and require approval by a research ethics committee. Step 2. Participants need understandable information, freedom from coercion and the right to withdraw without penalty. Answer: Participation must be voluntary and informed, with freedom to withdraw. Why not the others: Attendance is not consent. Participants can leave a study at any time. Consent must come before participation.
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