Nuremburg Code

Question 1

What is the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 1

A set of ethical principles for human experimentation established after World War II.

Question 2

In which year was the Nuremberg Code formulated?

Answer 2

1947

Question 3

True or False: The Nuremberg Code was created in response to the medical experiments conducted by Nazi doctors.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is the first principle of the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 4

The voluntary consent of the human subject is absolutely essential.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The Nuremberg Code emphasizes that experiments should yield _____ results.

Answer 5

fruitful

Question 6

Which principle of the Nuremberg Code states that risks should not exceed benefits?

Answer 6

The risk-benefit analysis principle.

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a principle of the Nuremberg Code? A) Voluntary consent, B) Risk of harm, C) Financial gain, D) Scientific validity.

Answer 7

C) Financial gain

Question 8

What does the Nuremberg Code say about the right to withdraw from a study?

Answer 8

Participants must have the right to withdraw at any time without any penalty.

Question 9

True or False: The Nuremberg Code applies only to medical experiments.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

Short answer: Name one historical document that influenced the creation of the Nuremberg Code.

Answer 10

The Hippocratic Oath.

Question 11

What is the significance of the Nuremberg Trials in relation to the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 11

The Nuremberg Trials exposed the atrocities committed during the war, leading to the establishment of the Code.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The Nuremberg Code requires that experiments be conducted by _____ individuals.

Answer 12

qualified

Question 13

What is the principle regarding the necessity of animal experimentation in the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 13

Experimentation on animals should precede human experimentation.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which aspect is NOT addressed by the Nuremberg Code? A) Informed consent, B) Right to privacy, C) Scientific necessity, D) Risk of harm.

Answer 14

B) Right to privacy

Question 15

What does the Nuremberg Code say about the use of coercion in experiments?

Answer 15

Coercion must not be used; participation must be voluntary.

Question 16

True or False: The Nuremberg Code includes guidelines for the treatment of subjects after an experiment.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

What is the Nuremberg Code’s stance on the potential for suffering in experiments?

Answer 17

Experiments should avoid unnecessary suffering.

Question 18

Short answer: How many principles are outlined in the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 18

Ten principles.

Question 19

What is the primary focus of the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 19

To ensure ethical conduct in human experimentation.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The Nuremberg Code was a response to _____ and unethical medical practices.

Answer 20

war crimes

Question 21

True or False: The Nuremberg Code is legally binding.

Answer 21

False

Question 22

Multiple Choice: Which organization is known for promoting the principles of the Nuremberg Code? A) WHO, B) NATO, C) UNESCO, D) Red Cross.

Answer 22

A) WHO

Question 23

What is the Code’s position on the qualifications of researchers conducting experiments?

Answer 23

Researchers must be qualified and competent.

Question 24

Short answer: What should happen if a participant experiences adverse effects during an experiment?

Answer 24

The experiment should be terminated.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The Nuremberg Code mandates that experiments be conducted only if there is a _____ basis.

Answer 25

scientific

Question 26

What was one of the key outcomes of the Nuremberg Code?

Answer 26

The establishment of ethical guidelines for medical research.