Which Statement Regarding Informed Consent Is Most Accurate

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding informed consent is most accurate?

• A) Informed consent needs to be sought only if the risks outweigh the benefits.
• B) Informed consent is required if there are physical risks but not if there are psychological risks.
• C) Researchers must obtain voluntary participation of subjects after informing them of possible risks and benefits.
• D) A researcher is not obligated to seek informed consent if the details of the study could upset the subject and potentially affect the study outcome.