The nurse is participating in the clinical trial of a new medication. A patient enrolled in the trial says, "I don't like the side effects of this drug." Which statement, made by the nurse, is indicated? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "Clinical trials are run to identify problems with new drugs, so some side effects should be expected."
2. "The decision to stay in the trial is up to you."
3. "Aren't you being paid for participating in this trial?"
4. "Would you like to discuss the trial with one of the researchers?"
5. "Let's review the informed consent you signed and see what it says about early withdrawal from the trial."
2, 4
Rationale 1: Clinical trials are run to learn more about new drugs, but the patient should not be made to feel as if the side effects should be tolerated in the name of research.
Rationale 2: The patient has the right to withdraw from the trial at any point. The nurse should advocate for the patient by providing this information.
Rationale 3: Asking this question infers that the patient should expect to put up with some inconveniences because payment is being made.
Rationale 4: The nurse should advocate for the patient by contacting a researcher to discuss the trial with the patient.
Rationale 5: Signing an informed consent does not mean the patient gives up the right to withdraw from the trial if desired.
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