Which Best Describes the Use of Vulnerable Populations in Research

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which best describes the use of vulnerable populations in research?

• A) They cannot be used for psychological research.
• B) They can be used if researchers are able to demonstrate that potential benefits outweigh costs.
• C) They can be used at any point because they are an important subset of the population that needs investigating.
• D) They can only be used if they need medical attention.

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Definitions:

Patient's Approval

Patient's approval is the informed consent given by a patient before undergoing medical treatment or participating in a study.

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications designed to alleviate symptoms of depression by altering chemical balances within the brain.

Pituitary Hormones

Chemical substances produced by the pituitary gland, which regulates various physiological processes and other endocrine organs.

Action Potentials

Electrical signals that allow for the communication between neurons in the nervous system.