Nuremberg Code Ethical Research Principles

The video discusses the Nuremberg Code of research ethics, established after World War II to ensure ethical conduct in research. It highlights the unethical practices discovered during the Nuremberg Trials and outlines the 10 key ethical principles, including participant consent, risk reduction, and researcher qualifications. The video emphasizes the importance of study safety, societal benefit, and grounding research in previous work. It concludes with a note on modifications to the original guidelines while maintaining core principles.

What was the primary purpose of the Nuremberg Code?

• To punish unethical researchers

• To promote scientific advancements

• To establish ethical guidelines for research

• To regulate animal testing

What unethical practices were discovered during the Nuremberg Trials?

• Inadequate funding for research

• Performing research on prisoners without consent

• Use of unqualified researchers

• Lack of scientific purpose

How many key points are included in the Nuremberg Code?

• 5

• 8

• 12

• 10

What is a crucial requirement for research participants according to the Nuremberg Code?

• They must be volunteers

• They must be paid

• They must be from the same country

• They must be under 18

What must researchers do to ensure participants are fully informed?

• Provide a detailed report after the study

• Offer financial compensation

• Ensure participants are from diverse backgrounds

• Explain the study's risks and procedures beforehand

What should researchers do if unexpected harm occurs during a study?

• Ignore the harm if it's minor

• Report it after the study concludes

• Continue the study with caution

• Stop the study immediately

Why is it important for researchers to be qualified?

• To increase the number of participants

• To reduce the cost of the study

• To guarantee the safety and validity of the research

• To ensure the study is completed quickly

What is a key consideration before starting a research study?

• The study should be profitable

• The study should not result in death or injury

• The study should involve a large number of participants

• The study should be conducted in multiple countries

What is the ultimate goal of conducting research according to the Nuremberg Code?

• To secure funding for future studies

• To gain personal recognition

• To benefit society

• To publish in prestigious journals

On what should human research be based according to the Nuremberg Code?

• Theoretical assumptions

• Public opinion

• Previous animal or human work

• Current technological trends