Ethical principles Flashcards
What is the definition of ethics?
A set of moral principles, beliefs and values that guide us in making choices.
What does the ethical principle of confidentiality entail?
Confidentiality entails keeping information private and not disclosing it without consent.
True or False: Informed consent is a requirement for ethical research.
True.
What is informed consent?
The process of providing potential research participants with adequate information to make an informed decision about their participation.
True or False: Vulnerable populations should receive additional protections in research.
True.
What is the primary ethical concern when conducting research involving deception?
The potential violation of informed consent.
True or False: Researchers are required to keep participant data confidential.
True.
Which ethical principle is this? - Conducting research that is honest and allows other to have confidence and trust in its methods and findings.
Transparency and integrity.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a vulnerable population? A) Healthy adults B) Minors C) University students D) All of the above
B) Minors.
True or False: Research misconduct includes fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism.
True.
What does the term ‘anonymity’ refer to in research ethics?
The condition in which participants’ identities are not known to the researchers.
Fill in the blank: Researchers must ensure that the risks of participation __________ the potential benefits.
outweighs
What is the role of debriefing in research involving deception?
To inform participants about the true nature of the study after their participation.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the principle of respect for persons? A) Treating participants as equals B) Ensuring participants safety C) Respecting anonymity D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
True or False: Researchers can use coercive methods to recruit participants.
False.
