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The human subjects protection field continues to search for ways to improve the informed consent (IC) process. IRB professionals often express concern that potential research participants do not understand their rights or the true risks and benefits of a study, although they might sign the IC forms and say they have no questions.
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Robert Klitzman's survey of IRB chairs, members and administrators revealed a number of ideas that can be adopted by other institutions that want to improve relations with their investigators.
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Despite evidence suggesting that tobacco use can hamper cancer treatments, patients with cancer who enter clinical trials are rarely asked about their use of tobacco, according to a recent study.
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Research institutions that plan to use the teach-back method as part of their informed consent process should make certain there is adequate training for clinical trial professionals. One research site has found that simulations work best for this purpose.
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It's important that IRB meetings are run efficiently, keeping discussions brisk and on the important human subjects protection issues. But it's also important that these discussions are well-documented in the IRB meeting minutes.
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Nearly every baby born in the United States undergoes a simple heel-stick in the first few days of life that has potentially profound health implications for his or her life.
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Getting an entire staff of physicians, nurses, and techs to do things differently is never easy, but you can clear away hurdles by giving them the ability to formulate some of their own solutions.
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As payers and providers alike begin to recognize the value of care coordination, case managers are being given more and more responsibility.
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With surging demand from patients with both medical and mental health needs, and continuing pressure to reduce costs, ED managers have a full plate of concerns to contend with.
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When you meet with patients in person, you can find out information, determine their level of understanding, and develop rapport much better than just talking to them on the telephone, says B.K. Kizziar, RNC, CCM, CLCP, a case management consultant based on Southlake, TX.
