March 5 Protocols

Question 1

What is the difference between guidelines, protocols, and SOPs?

Answer 1

Guidelines and protocols guide decisions.
Guidelines are more modifiable and flexible, adaptable, sort of like a reference.
Protcols have some room for adjustment, but still has a management plan

SOPs are the processes, very rigid, detailed, step by step instructions.

Question 2

Why are protocols good to have?

What are potential downsides?

Answer 2

More clarity about responsibilities, can make things run more smoothly.

Help with routine procedures, consistency.

Influence public policy, be available info to people.

Downsides: Scientific evidence maybe misinterpreted, not applicable for animal/population, not developed for user in mind (should have entire team of who is involved to make protocol)

Question 3

What are components of a well-written protocol? (8)

Answer 3

-Title
-Date
-Authors
-Scope and purpose of the protocol
-Brief review of current knowledge of topic
-Management plan
-Date for review of protocol
-References