A Patient Participant in a Research Study Wishes to Drop

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient participant in a research study wishes to drop out of the study but is reluctant to do so because they feel intimidated by the researcher. Which element of ethical medical research on human subjects is compromised?

• A) authorization
• B) competence
• C) disclosure
• D) voluntariness

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Definitions:

Fairness Concept

A principle of equitable treatment and justice among individuals in social, business, and legal dealings.

Equity And Compensation

Refers to the shares or stock a company may offer to its employees as part of their remuneration package.

Equal Ownership

A situation in which two or more entities have the same proportion of ownership rights in a property, company, or financial asset.

New Layers Of Management

The addition of managerial levels within an organization's structure aimed at addressing complexity and enhancing operational efficiency.