Informed Consent

Informed consent should include all of the following that apply: 

  1. Explanation of research purpose and procedures.
  1. Description of any procedures which are experimental.
  1. Benefits to the participant, university and/or society.
  1. Risks; even minor risks that would be significant to only a few.
  1. Participation is voluntary and the participant can withdraw at any time without penalty or loss of benefits.
  1. Alternate procedures/treatments available for a condition.
  1. Who to contact with pertinent questions.
  1. The amount of time required of the participants.
  1. Confidentiality of data and final disposition of data.
  1. If the research involves more than minimal risk, a description of compensation and treatment that is available for injury and who to contact in the event of a research related injury.
  1. A statement of acknowledgement of having read and understood the consent document, having the opportunity to have questions answered by the Principal Investigator and giving consent to participate in the study followed by the signature of the participant.

  

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