In the article, How to obtain informed consent for research, by Sara Manti and Amelia Licari, outlines various numerous conditions that must be met for ethically valid informed consent to be obtained by researchers. What are five (5) of the various conditions that must be met for ethically valid informed consent, according to Manti and Licari?

first condition

First, participants must be provided with information about the health conditions for which the research is proposed. This gives the participants an idea of the health condition being researched and its relevance to the study.

second condition

Second, they must be informed of the details of the nature and purpose of the research. This is so the participants know what the study aims to achieve and how it will be conducted.

third condition

Third, participants must be told the expected duration of their participation. This allows participants to think about their commitment to the study.

fourth condition

Fourth, researchers must outline probable risks and benefits associated with research participation. This allows participants to weigh out the factors before they consent.

fifth condition

Fifth, a statement must be provided to participants telling them that their participation in the research study is voluntary. This ensures that participants understand they can freely choose to participate without any pressure.