M2 - 1 Ethics

Question 1

What is the most important responsibility of researchers?

Answer 1

Ethical Research

Question 2

What were the results of the stanford prison experiment?

Answer 2

Milgram got wrapped up in his experiment and played his own role
Never any long term results
What are you measuring?
Results have never been replicated

Question 3

What are the three core principles of the TCPS 2?
R___
C___
J___

Answer 3

• Respect for persons
• Concern for welfare
• Justice

Question 4

What is the process of consent in research? Other factors that influence consent?
I___
“P___ S___”
CC

Answer 4

Participants free, informed and ongoing consent
Various incentives
- “professional” subjects
Children and those with cognitive impairments have additional considerations

Question 5

Three R’s in animal research ethics, with description of what they are

Answer 5

1. Reduce
   - any strategy that results in fewer animals being used
   - maximize information, obtain sufficient date to answer question
2. Replace (2 types)
   - Avoid use of animals if you can
   Absolute = computer programs
   Relative = replacing more sentient animals with ones who have lower ability for pain perception
3. Refine
   - modification of husbandry or procedures to minimize pain and distress

Question 5

What are the different definitions between privacy and confidentiality ? What happens if you fail to comply?

Answer 5

Privacy = her or his right to be free from intrusion by others
Confidentiality = researchers obligation to safeguard entrusted information
Academic misconduct if fail

Question 6

What does informed consent involve?

Answer 6

Clear and comprehensive information about the study, including it’s purpose, procedures, risks and benefits
Ensure that participants understand the information and can make a voluntary decision to participate
Obtain written documentation