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Research consent — MCCQE Part 1 MCQ

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ModerateEthics & ProfessionalismResearch consentMCCQE Part 1

A clinician invites her own patient to a trial and the patient asks whether refusing will affect usual care. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

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Correct answer: A — Explain voluntariness, risks, benefits, alternatives and that refusal will not compromise care

Research consent requires voluntariness, comprehension and freedom from undue influence, especially when the clinician is also the treating physician. Therapeutic misconception should be addressed clearly. Conflicts and alternatives must be disclosed.

Reference: TCPS 2 Canadian research ethics guidance