Ethical Issues in Research
Course Title: Research Outcomes Management for the Practicing Nurse Competency Assessment
Title: Ethical Issues in Research
ASSIGNMENT DIRECTIONS
RESEARCH QUESTION: Can the use of smart beds reduce hospital falls in the Geriatric population compared to hourly roundings
Apply Competency 1 Knowledge/Skill: Ethical Issues in Research
As you develop a research proposal, you must consider the ethical issues related to it.
Determine the ethical considerations related to the research question you developed as part of your Research Foundations worksheet
Consider the seven main principles of ethical research introduced in this module’s learning activity, Research Ethics Guidance: (found at National Institutes of Health Patient Recruitment). BE SURE TO ADDRESS THE ROLE CULTURAL DIVERSITY MIGHT PLAY IN YOUR RESEARCH.
Social and clinical value
• Scientific validity
• Fair subject selection
• Favorable risk-benefit ratio
• Independent review
• Informed consent
• Respect for potential and enrolled subjects
Cite at least three peer-reviewed and one evidence-based resource according to APA guidelines. Use the APA Style Guide 7th ed.
ASSESSMENT RUBRIC
1. Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the ethical considerations in health care research, including the seven main principles of ethical research
2. Demonstrated a COMPREHENSIVE understanding of the ethical issues related to the proposed research topic.
3. Demonstrated a COMPREHENSIVE understanding of the role cultural diversity plays in research.
4. Cited THREE peer-reviewed and ONE evidence-based resource according to APA guidelines.