Which Ethical Principle Is Most Important When Soliciting Informed Consent

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which ethical principle is most important when soliciting informed consent from a patient?

• A) Nonmaleficence
• B) Fidelity
• C) Beneficence
• D) Veracity

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Definitions:

Demand Characteristics

Demand characteristics refer to subtle cues or signals in a study that communicate to participants how they are expected to behave.

Placebo Effects

The beneficial effects of a treatment that arise from the patient's expectations rather than from the treatment itself.

Survey

A research method involving the collection of data from a pre-defined group of respondents to gather information and insights on various topics.

Statistical Analysis

The process of collecting, examining, interpreting, and presenting data to discover underlying patterns and trends.