The Belmont report's principle of respect for persons incorporates at least two ethical convictions:first, that individuals should be treated as autonomous agents, and second, that persons with diminished autonomy are entitled to protection.
Belmont Report (1979) Developed by National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects of medicine and behavioral analysis. It's an announcement of basic moral principles and tips.
Easy to browse and succint report wont to guide analysis and guarantee protection of participants