You Are Serving on the IRB Committee

question 14

Multiple Choice

You are serving on the IRB committee. In reviewing study proposals, what are questions you might ask? Select all that apply.

• A) Can subjects withdraw at any time?
• B) How are subjects told about their role in the study?
• C) Is it clear whom the subjects should contact for questions?
• D) Will negative results be kept private?
• E) How will the researcher protect subject confidentiality?

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

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Definitions:

Anterior Chambers

The anterior chamber is the fluid-filled space inside the eye between the cornea and the iris.

Iris

The colored part of the eye responsible for controlling the diameter and size of the pupil.

Conjunctiva

A thin, transparent membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inner surfaces of the eyelids, acting as a protective barrier.

Tympanic Membrane

Also known as the eardrum, a thin membrane that vibrates in response to sound waves, initiating the process of hearing.