Which statement regarding informed consent is most accurate?
a. Informed consent needs to be sought only if the risks outweigh the benefits.
b. Informed consent is required if there are physical risks but not if there are psychological risks.
c. Researchers must obtain voluntary participation of subjects after informing them of possible risks and benefits.
d. A researcher is not obligated to seek informed consent if the details of the study could upset the subject and potentially affect the study outcome.
ANS: C
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A Informed consent should be obtained regardless of the risk-benefit ratio.
B Informed consent should be obtained whether risks are physical or psychological.
C Informed consent is required to inform participants of risks and benefits.
D Informed consent is especially important if participation in the study can result in the participant's experiencing emotional distress.
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