The institutional review board (IRB) is responsible for ...

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The institutional review board (IRB) is responsible for overseeing biomedical research involving humans.
 
  Because most studies are randomized blind studies (patients and providers are unaware of who is receiving treatment and who is receiving a placebo), the risks for harm can be great. Which measure is taken to avoid harm to the subjects during biomedical research? Select all that apply. a. The rights and welfare of subjects are protected.
  b. The benefits of the study to the patient outweigh the risks.
  c. The patient must agree to complete confidentiality about the study.
  d. Prisoners are used as subjects because they have no right to sue.
  e. Patients must sign informed consent forms.

Question 2

A nurse researcher understands that outcomes research:
 
  a. is used in EBP.
  b. studies mortality and end-of-life issues.
  c. is a way of evaluating the goal or outcome of an educational program.
  d. provides evidence concerning the continuum of disease processes.

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Answer to Question 1

A, B, E

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Correct This is an expectation of all studies that use humans as subjects to avoid ethical violations and that are monitored by the IRB.
This is an expectation of all studies that use humans as subjects to avoid ethical violations and that are monitored by the IRB.
This is an expectation of all studies that use humans as subjects to avoid ethical violations and that are monitored by the IRB.
Incorrect This is not true.
This is not true.

Answer to Question 2

A
Evidence-based practice (EBP) uses outcomes research to guide the development of specific strategies
to deliver quality, cost-effective care.