Ethical issues (D) Flashcards
1
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Explain informed consent
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Written agreement to an experiment and understanding what it consists of
1
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Explain deception
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When a researcher deceives ppts by lying to them about the aims of a study, this is okay until it reaches unethical extents
2
Q
Explain protection from harm
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researchers must ensure ppts are not put in any more physical/emotional harm than they would in everyday life
3
Q
Explain the right to withdraw
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ppts have the right to withdraw from a study and be informed of this right
4
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Explain confidentiality
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ppt’s identity must be kept anonymous