CITI Training, Modules 1-24 (Biomedical Research) Exam Questions with Correct Answers

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: A. Persons with diminished autonomy should only participate in no more than minimal risk research. B. Persons with diminished autonomy should be excluded from research. C. Persons with diminished autonomy are entitled to protection. D. Persons involved in research cannot financially benefit. Correct Answer C. Persons with diminished autonomy are entitled to protection. Which of the following is an example of how the principle of beneficence can be applied to a study employing human subjects? A. Ensuring that persons with diminished autonomy are protected. B. Providing detailed information about the study and obtaining the subject's consent to participate. C. Determining that the study has a maximization of benefits and a minimization of risks. D. Ensuring that the selection of subjects includes people from all segments of the population. Correct Answer C. Determining that the study has a maximization of benefits and a minimization of risks. Which of the following are the three principles discussed in the Belmont Report? A. IRB Review, Federal Regulations, Declaration of Helsinki B. Privacy, Confidentiality, Equitable Selection of Subjects C. Informed Consent, Institutional Assurance, Researcher Responsibility D. Respect for Persons, Beneficence, Justice Correct Answer D. Respect for Persons, Beneficence, Justice When an IRB is reviewing a research study and they are considering if a potential subject population is vulnerable, they should consider: A. Are there adequate resources to conduct the study? B. Is there a power differential between researchers and subjects? C. Has the researcher completed required training? D. Are the research procedures greater than minimal risk of harm? Correct Answer B. Is there a power differential between researchers and subjects? Which is an example of a situation where deferential vulnerability might be a factor? A. An army medical officer recruiting subjects among lower ranks B. A college professor recruiting among their students