Ethics

Question 1

Beneficicence

Answer 1

maximising benefits, minimising risks, risks don’t outweigh the benefits

Question 2

Integrity

Answer 2

searching for knowledge and understanding
honest reporting of all information and knowledge

Question 3

Justice

Answer 3

fair consideration of competing claims; no unfair burden on a particular group from an action; fair distribution and access to the benefits of an action

Question 4

Non-maleficence

Answer 4

avoiding causations of harm

Question 5

Respect

Answer 5

consideration that all living things have intrinsic value

Question 6

Use of Deception

Answer 6

should only be used if the true purpose of the experiment may affect behaviour during the study

Question 7

Confidentiality

Answer 7

the privacy, protection and security of a participant’s information including personal details and anonymity of results

Question 8

Debriefing

Answer 8

at the end, participants understand the aim, results and conclusion, all questions must be answer and there is no lasting harm from their involvement in the study

Question 9

Informed Consent Procedure

Answer 9

participants should understand the nature, purpose and potential risks partaking in an experiment and provide written consent by participant or legal guardian

Question 10

Voluntary Participation

Answer 10

no coersion or pressure to be partake in an experiment

Question 11

Withdrawal Rights

Answer 11

ensure that participants understand that they are able to discontinue their involvement at any point of the experiment, including removal of results