Although the Intent of Informed Consent Is to Provide Participants

question 19

Multiple Choice

Although the intent of informed consent is to provide participants with complete information about a research study before they agree to participate, this is sometimes impossible because ____.

• A) deception is an important part of the research
• B) there is no real reason to tell them everything
• C) people do not bother to read the form
• D) people are often unable to understand the research protocol

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Definitions:

Quit Smoking

The process of discontinuing tobacco smoking, which can improve health outcomes and decrease risk of smoking-related diseases.

Quitting Smoking

The process of stopping the habit of tobacco smoking, which is beneficial for health.

Starting Weight

The initial weight of an individual before beginning a weight loss or fitness program.

Weight Gain

An increase in body weight, which can be due to muscle mass, fat deposits, or fluid retention.