use
language that is understandable to prospective participants
identify
the principal investigator (research) & sponsoring organization
describe
the general purpose of the study
detail
the main features of the study
estimate
the time required (duration of participation)
note
any possible risks (discomfort) to & benefits for participants
explain
how anonymity or confidentiality will be maintained or note
any limits to assurances
note
any physical or psychological harms that might result from
participating
note
any compensation or treatment that is available to participants
state
whether deception will be used; if so, clarify that full explanation
will be provided in the future
provide
the name & contact information for the principal investigator
(PI) to whom questions about the research can be directed
indicate
that participation is voluntary
indicate
that the participant can discontinue participation at any
time
indicate
that refusal to participate or to continue to participate
will not result in a penalty
indicate
that the participant should keep his/her copy of the informed
consent form
note
if participants are to be videotaped, filmed, or recorded
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