You submit a study for approval by the institutional review board (IRB), and they tell you that written informed consent is required. Which of the following can be excluded from your informed consent document?
A)A statement of benefits
B)A statement of risks
C)A description of the study's hypotheses
D)A list of procedures

Question

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A description of the study's hypotheses can be excluded from the informed consent document. The primary purpose of informed consent is to inform participants about the nature of the study, including any potential risks and benefits, and to outline the procedures involved. It is not necessary to include specific hypotheses, as these do not directly impact the participant's decision to participate or their welfare during the study.

You Submit a Study for Approval by the Institutional Review