The Nurse Is Enrolling Subjects for a Clinical Drug Trial

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse is enrolling subjects for a clinical drug trial in which subjects will be randomly assigned to either a treatment or a placebo group. The pills in both groups will be in identical packaging with identical appearance. The group that receives the intervention is the:

• A) control group.
• B) experimental group.
• C) dependent group.
• D) independent group.

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Definitions:

Bank of Paid Time

A system used by some employers where employees can accumulate paid time off, such as sick leave and vacation time, in a single account.

Preferred Provider Organization

A managed healthcare system in which members are encouraged to use a network of preferred doctors and hospitals for their health care needs, often at lower costs.

Managed Care Plan

A type of health insurance plan that contracts with medical providers and facilities to provide care for members at reduced costs.

Health Maintenance Organization

A type of health insurance plan that gives access to certain doctors and hospitals, often emphasizing prevention and wellness.