- “You only have 3 weeks left in the study. Please don’t quit now.”
- “Unfortunately, you are obligated to complete the study.”
- “You have the right to stop at any time.”
- “I will speak with your physician and see if you can be released from the study early.”
A 24-year-old female agreed to participate in an 8-week research study for smoking cessation. After participating for 5 weeks, the woman tells the nurse she wants to withdraw from the study. The nurse’s best response is
Number 3 is correct.
Clients participating in research studies have the right to quit at any time and should be informed they are free to leave the study whenever they choose.