NCHSE EOPA Review Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Health care is affected by criminal and civil laws.

• True

• False

What is the primary ethical responsibility of scientists when conducting experiments?

• Ensuring the accuracy of data

• Maximizing profit

• Following government regulations

• Publishing results quickly

Which of the following is a legal requirement for conducting experiments on human subjects?

• Obtaining informed consent

• Ensuring anonymity

• Providing financial compensation

• Publishing results

What is the role of an Institutional Review Board (IRB) in scientific research?

• To fund research projects

• To review and approve research involving human subjects

• To publish scientific findings

• To conduct experiments

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'scientific integrity'?

• Maximizing research funding

• Ensuring honesty and transparency in research

• Publishing as many papers as possible

• Collaborating with other scientists

What is the main purpose of a scientific code of ethics?

• To ensure fair competition among scientists

• To guide scientists in conducting research responsibly

• To increase the number of scientific publications

• To promote scientific collaboration

Which of the following actions is considered unethical in scientific research?

• Plagiarizing another scientist's work

• Collaborating with international researchers

• Publishing in open-access journals

• Using advanced technology

What is the significance of peer review in scientific research?

• To ensure the accuracy and validity of research findings

• To increase the number of publications

• To promote collaboration among scientists

• To secure research funding

Which of the following is a potential consequence of scientific misconduct?

• Loss of credibility and reputation

• Increased research funding

• More collaboration opportunities

• Faster publication process

What is the ethical consideration when using animals in scientific research?

• Ensuring humane treatment and minimizing suffering

• Maximizing the number of experiments

• Reducing research costs

• Increasing the speed of research