COI

Question 1

What were the consequences of the comet trial?

Answer 1

Assumptions can change the perceived outcome of trials

Question 2

Why is looking at inclusion/exclusion criteria important?

Answer 2

To ensure that the data applies to your patient population

Question 3

Why is it important for trials to include all cause mortality in their studies, as opposed to just mortality 2/2 the condition treated?

Answer 3

May treat the disease, but cause other morbidity/mortality

Question 4

What year did the ACOG issue guidance regarding ethical issues related to industry?

Answer 4

1985

Question 5

When did the task force on industry relations get established?

Answer 5

1991

Question 6

What is the sunshine act?

Answer 6

Requires industry to report any payment or other transfer of value to physicians or teaching hospitals

Question 7

True or false: the pens and small items given by pharm companies generally do not influence decisions–it’s the bigger items

Answer 7

False—still do

Question 8

What are the major downsides of not allowing reps into the office?

Answer 8

• May not be fully up to date on new medications

- No samples to just try medications for patients