The Purpose of an Institutional Review Board (IRB) Is To

question 28

Multiple Choice

The purpose of an institutional review board (IRB) is to:

• A) critique the research methods of a study.
• B) design and develop research studies.
• C) determine the extent to which human rights will be protected in a study.
• D) review the costs associated with an institutional study.

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Definitions:

Negative Affectivity

A personality trait characterized by the predisposition to experience negative emotions and moods, such as anger and sadness, more frequently.

Job Satisfaction

The level of fulfillment, contentment, and happiness an individual experiences in their job.

Role Expectations

The behaviors, actions, and responsibilities that society, organizations, or individuals believe are associated with a particular position or status.

Grapevine Communications

Informal channels of business communication that are unofficial and bypass the formal organizational structure.