3.13 bioethics Flashcards
What is bioethics?
ethics of medical and biological research
What is the importance of the declaration of Helsinki
was to prevent human subjects from being mistreated.
What is the importance of the Belmont Report?
Origin of all clinical oversight. Clear definition of clinical practice versus research
What is the IRB?
An independent body made up of medical and non medical individuals who want to ensure that pts who are enrolled in clinical trials are not subject to research misconduct
What is informed consent?
informed about it
And know everything and understand the benefits and non benefits.
What is respect for persons?
Autonomy of ppl.
Ppl with low autonomy
Are entitled to protection
What is beneficence?
Do no harm. Maximize benefits and minimize risks
What is justice?
Benefits and risks must be distributed equally
