When George Agrees to Participate in a Research Study, He

question 89

Multiple Choice

When George agrees to participate in a research study, he is told that he may quit at any point for any reason. The reason for this option of quitting is required by the ethical guideline the text refers to as:

• A) informed consent
• B) protection from harm
• C) beneficial treatments
• D) privacy and confidentiality

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