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MIC 121 LaboratorySafety andEthicsin Microbiology Objective Question

Question

What does the principle of 'Voluntariness' in Informed Consent primarily address?
Options
A Ensuring participants understand the study information.
B Confirming participants have the legal capacity to consent.
C Managing power differentials to ensure consent is freely given.
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D Documenting consent in writing.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 23 states: '3 Voluntariness: Consent must be freely given. The power differential between researcher and participant (especially patients or students) must be actively managed.'

Hint

This principle focuses on the participant's free will and ability to make a decision without coercion or undue influence.

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