A client with a chronic illness is enrolled in a clinical research trial. During morning medication administration, the client tells the practical nurse (PN), "I do not want to take the experimental medication anymore. It makes me feel nauseous, but the provider told me I have to finish the study." Which of the following is the best action by the PN to advocate for this client's rights?
- Inform the client that they have the right to withdraw from the research study at any time without penalty, and notify the provider.Cevap
- BRemind the client that signing the initial informed consent document legally obligates them to complete the study.
- CDiscuss the client's symptoms with other participants in the waiting room to determine if the nausea is a common side effect.
- DDelegate the task of interviewing the client about their withdrawal concerns to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
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The practical nurse should support the client's decision, educate them that research participation is entirely voluntary and can be stopped at any time, and escalate the refusal to the prescribing provider.
The Patient's Bill of Rights and ethical guidelines for research dictate that a competent client has the absolute right to refuse treatment or withdraw from a clinical trial at any time, even after initial consent has been given. The practical nurse must advocate for the client's autonomy, protect them from perceived coercion by the provider, and ensure the provider is notified so standard evidence-based care can resume.
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Informed Consent Revocation and Client Autonomy