When conducting a questionnaire study which of the following is an accurate statement regarding human research protocols?
A) In qualitative research studies with questionnaires, participants' information is not confidential.
B) In qualitative research studies with questionnaires, participants' waive their rights to confidentiality when they consent.
C) In qualitative research studies with questionnaires, participants anonymity is always maintained.
D) In qualitative research studies with questionnaire, participants' confidential information remains protected.

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Human research protocols require that participants' confidential information remains protected, even in qualitative research studies with questionnaires. Participants must understand their right to privacy and provide informed consent before taking part in the study. Anonymity may also be maintained, but this is not a requirement for all studies. Choice A and B are incorrect because participants' information must be kept confidential, regardless of the type of research study. Choice C is also incorrect because anonymity may not always be maintained and is dependent on the research design and aims.

When Conducting a Questionnaire Study Which of the Following Is