Question

Which of the following is correct regarding the consent process? select all correct answers.

-the researcher must provide the participant with an appropriate consent form that contains all the necessary information to decide if they want to participate in the study.
-the researcher is responsible for ensuring that all participants have adequate time to decide if they want to participant and that participants have been able to ask questions of the researcher.
-the researcher must obtain active consent from the participants.
-the researcher is responsible for ensuring that participants understand the potential risks and benefits of a study.

Answer 1

The researcher must provide an appropriate consent form, ensure participants have time to decide, obtain active consent, and ensure understanding of potential risks and benefits.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statements regarding the consent process are:

1. The researcher must provide the participant with an appropriate consent form that contains all the necessary information to decide if they want to participate in the study.
2. The researcher is responsible for ensuring that all participants have adequate time to decide if they want to participate and that participants have been able to ask questions of the researcher.
3. The researcher must obtain active consent from the participants.
4. The researcher is responsible for ensuring that participants understand the potential risks and benefits of a study.