Which of the following statements is/are true about IRB panelists or support staff?
A) Most IRB staff members try to help investigators obtain timely approval for their projects.
B) Some panelists can occasionally be overzealous and insist on unreasonable requirements for investigators to meet.
C) They might delay approval of a research project until the investigator responds to certain concerns.
D) All of the above are true.

Question

Which of the following statements is/are true about IRB panelists or support staff?​
A) ​Most IRB staff members try to help investigators obtain timely approval for their projects.
B) ​Some panelists can occasionally be overzealous and insist on unreasonable requirements for investigators to meet.
C) ​They might delay approval of a research project until the investigator responds to certain concerns.
D) ​All of the above are true.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All three statements are true. IRB staff members generally aim to assist investigators with obtaining approval in a timely manner, but some panelists may have strict or unrealistic requirements, and approval may be delayed until certain concerns are addressed.

Which of the Following Statements Is/are True About IRB Panelists