| Learning Objective #1: Describe elements of scientific integrity and the principles underlying them | |||
| Learning Objective #2: Understanding of the importance of ethical guidelines that govern research as a foundation for sound science |
Concerns regarding the ethical conduct of science have been expressed by the public, elected representatives and professional groups alike. Nursing has been at the forefront of promoting ethical practices in providing care as well as in the conduct of research. While all nursing organizations, whether national or international, have an ethical code, the complexity of the scientific enterprise and the regulatory environment is such that specific guidance needs to be provided to guide research practices. The general codes of ethics, therefore, are not sufficient in and of themselves, to meet the needs of nurse scientists. The Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS) has been a leader in this regards, providing scientific integrity guidelines for its members since 1996, when the first set of guidelines were issued. As the research and societal environments have changed, the guidelines have required a revision; the second edition has been issued in 2002. In this paper presentation information will be shared on various features that are of interest to an international audience of nurses, whether they are investigators or may be caring for patients who are research subjects. Topics to be discussed include: human subject protection considerations in research, especially with vulnerable groups, privacy of health information, international research, and special clinical situations; data management principles; conflict of interest; authorship and publication practices; peer review; and intellectual property issues.
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Sigma Theta Tau International
10-12 July 2003