Informed consent in clinical research.
Since increasing numbers of patients are asked to take part in clinical trials, nurses need to be aware of the principles of valid, informed consent. This article explores consent, which aims to protect the rights, safety and wellbeing of patients. In particular, the history of consent in research and the elements involved in obtaining informed consent from potential participants in research studies are discussed.
Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary, West Yorkshire, UK. andrew.pick@bthft.nhs.uk
Andrew
A
Pick
Shelley
S
Berry
Kayleigh
K
Gilbert
James
J
McCaul
D035843:Biomedical Research / Q000592:standards*; D003657:Decision Making; D030881:Disclosure / Q000592:standards*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049674:History, 21st Century; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent / Q000266:history / Q000592:standards*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D061214:Patient Safety / Q000592:standards*