It is sometimes feasible to utilize man as the object of experimentation, but only with his absolute consent, and only after he fully understands the nature and possible consequences of the action. No animal shall suffer unnecessary pain or discomfort. Animals shall receive the same consideration as one would give a human patient in the hospital. Whenever possible, studies shall be carried out under anesthesia, and terminated before the animal regains consciousness. The use of animals for teaching and other scientific purposes is often misunderstood.
Animal experimentation is a delicate subject.
Students are cautioned, therefore, to use great care in discussing these matters, since accidental or deliberate misinterpretations may be placed on their words. In general, technical details of animal studies, just as those of human surgical techniques and other clinical matters, are not suited for nonmedically oriented audiences.