In those cases where participation in a research project is intended to provide an educational experience, potential participants must be informed that they are not obliged to participate and that appropriate alternatives to participation will be provided. Subjects have the right to privacy and confidentiality. Appropriate safeguards must be provided to protect the privacy of subjects and to maintain the confidentiality of data gathered. Subjects have the right to ask questions about the research at any time before, during and after participation in the research. These questions must be answered in an adequate and satisfactory manner.
Subjects have the right to be treated with dignity and respect at all times.
Research involving human subjects must be preceded by careful assessment of predictable risks to the subjects or others. Standard and scientifically recognized methods for assessing risks must be employed. Risk exists when subjects may be exposed to any possible physical, psychological, or other harm. Risks may result from procedures which cause discomfort or anxiety to study subjects or invade their privacy or pose threats to their dignity. Research projects involving human subjects must be conducted or supervised by qualified persons.