This lesson discusses the differences in agreeing to participate in a research study compared to agreeing to be treated for an illness or injury. Some questions to consider while completing this lesson include:
- What are the different types of informed consent for minimal risk research or clinical care?
- For what types of topics might a minor be glad they do not need parental consent?
- How might I react if asked to consent for research in a high stress environment, such as the Emergency Department?
Learning Objectives
- Identify differences between consent for clinical care and consent for research participation
- Understand the environment in which clinical research is conducted and how consents for clinical care, research, and HIPAA authorization are related
- Apply understanding of consent to real-world examples
Video Tutorial
Presented By: Katie Eddleton
Practice Activity
Instructions: After watching the video tutorial, complete the following practice assessment. Choose the best answer for each question, and check your response for immediate feedback.
FAQ
Question:
What advice would you give to new Citizen Scientists?