Informed Consent

question 65

Multiple Choice

Informed consent:

• A) means that deception in research is no longer possible.
• B) only applies to studies in a laboratory.
• C) ensures that people are not manipulated or coerced to participate in a study.
• D) is not an important issue addressed in human research ethics.

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Definitions:

Respiratory Rhythm

The regular or irregular pattern of breathing controlled by neural mechanisms in the brain.

Medulla Oblongata

The lower portion of the brainstem, regulating vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Pons

A part of the brain located above the medulla, involved in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.

Thoracic Pressure

The pressure within the thoracic cavity, affecting respiratory and cardiovascular functions, influenced by lung volume and diaphragm movement.