A client tells a nurse that she wishes to withdraw from a ...

[captainjonesify]

A client tells a nurse that she wishes to withdraw from a research study. The nurse will:
 
  a. allow the client to withdraw.
  b. encourage the client to stay in the study.
  c. inform the client that withdrawing is discouraged.
  d. reinforce to the client that alternative treatments are substandard.

Question 2

A nurse designs a study that investigates the effectiveness of a medication in treating menstrual cramps. Which would best represent the inclusion criteria for this study?
 
  a. Adolescent females
  b. Women of childbearing age
  c. Women of African-American race
  d. Women of any age

[Ahnyah]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Clients have the right to refuse to participate in a research study and may withdraw from the study at any time without penalty of any kind.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The nurse, in collaboration with the healthcare provider and pharmacist, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of the drug study, including all inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants.

[captainjonesify]

Excellent

[bdobbins]

Gracias!