Research Ethics

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental principles and ethical considerations in research.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary ethical principle that guides research involving human subjects?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The principle of autonomy emphasizes the right of individuals to make informed decisions about their participation in research and to have their autonomy respected.

What is the term used to describe the process of obtaining informed consent from research participants?

  1. Assent

  2. Waiver of consent

  3. Implied consent

  4. Informed consent


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Informed consent involves providing potential research participants with comprehensive information about the study, its risks and benefits, and their rights, to enable them to make an informed decision about their participation.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to minimize harm and maximize benefits to research participants?

  1. Justice

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-maleficence is the ethical principle that emphasizes the researcher's responsibility to avoid causing harm to research participants and to take steps to minimize potential risks.

What is the term used to describe the process of reviewing and approving research proposals to ensure their ethical conduct?

  1. Peer review

  2. Institutional review board (IRB)

  3. Data safety monitoring board (DSMB)

  4. Ethics committee


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Institutional review boards (IRBs) are responsible for reviewing and approving research proposals to ensure that they adhere to ethical standards and protect the rights and welfare of research participants.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to treat all research participants fairly and equitably?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The principle of justice emphasizes the need for fair and equitable treatment of research participants, ensuring that the benefits and burdens of research are distributed justly.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that research data is collected, stored, and used in a secure and confidential manner?

  1. Data privacy

  2. Data security

  3. Data integrity

  4. Data confidentiality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Data confidentiality refers to the ethical obligation to protect the privacy of research participants by ensuring that their personal information and data are kept confidential and not disclosed without their consent.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to be honest and transparent in reporting their research findings?

  1. Integrity

  2. Objectivity

  3. Transparency

  4. Accountability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of integrity emphasizes the importance of honesty, transparency, and accountability in research, requiring researchers to accurately report their findings and avoid misrepresentation or fabrication of data.

What is the term used to describe the process of conducting research in a manner that minimizes the risk of harm to the environment?

  1. Environmental sustainability

  2. Environmental ethics

  3. Environmental impact assessment

  4. Green research


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Environmental impact assessment involves evaluating the potential environmental impacts of a research project and taking steps to minimize or mitigate those impacts.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to consider the potential impact of their research on society and to use their findings responsibly?

  1. Social responsibility

  2. Public engagement

  3. Accountability

  4. Transparency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social responsibility emphasizes the researcher's obligation to consider the potential societal impacts of their research and to use their findings responsibly, taking into account the broader implications for society.

What is the term used to describe the process of involving research participants in the design, conduct, and dissemination of research?

  1. Participatory research

  2. Community-based research

  3. Action research

  4. Collaborative research


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Participatory research involves actively engaging research participants in the research process, empowering them to contribute to the design, conduct, and dissemination of research.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to respect the cultural values, beliefs, and practices of research participants?

  1. Cultural sensitivity

  2. Cultural competence

  3. Cultural awareness

  4. Cultural humility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural humility emphasizes the researcher's ongoing commitment to understanding and respecting the cultural values, beliefs, and practices of research participants, acknowledging their own cultural biases and limitations.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that research findings are communicated accurately and effectively to stakeholders, including research participants, policymakers, and the general public?

  1. Knowledge translation

  2. Science communication

  3. Public engagement

  4. Dissemination


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Knowledge translation involves translating research findings into accessible and usable formats to facilitate their uptake and application by stakeholders, including research participants, policymakers, and the general public.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to be accountable for the ethical conduct of their research and to address any ethical concerns or misconduct that may arise?

  1. Accountability

  2. Transparency

  3. Integrity

  4. Responsibility


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accountability emphasizes the researcher's responsibility to be answerable for the ethical conduct of their research, to address any ethical concerns or misconduct that may arise, and to take appropriate corrective actions.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that research is conducted in a manner that is consistent with ethical principles and guidelines?

  1. Ethical review

  2. Ethical oversight

  3. Ethical compliance

  4. Ethical governance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ethical oversight involves the establishment of mechanisms and processes to ensure that research is conducted in accordance with ethical principles and guidelines, including the review and approval of research proposals, monitoring of ongoing research, and investigation of ethical concerns or misconduct.

Which ethical principle requires researchers to consider the potential impact of their research on future generations and to take steps to minimize any negative consequences?

  1. Sustainability

  2. Intergenerational equity

  3. Precautionary principle

  4. Long-term thinking


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Intergenerational equity emphasizes the researcher's responsibility to consider the potential impact of their research on future generations and to take steps to minimize any negative consequences, ensuring that the benefits of research are shared equitably across generations.

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