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THE EMPOWERED NURSE
1. Why is the research being done? Finally, the participant portion of our website includes a
2. What will be done to me as part of the research? link where a participant can ask a question, seek feedback, pro-
3. How will I benefit from the research? vide input, or submit a complaint about their experience or po-
4. Could the research hurt me? tential research experience.
5. What will the researcher do with my information? In summary, the HRPP/IRB has many resources available on
6. Will the research cost me anything? the website and within the department. This article only high-
7. Who pays if I’m unexpectedly injured during the study? lighted a few. Please stop by www.vumc.org/irb and take a look
8. How long will the study last? or click around. Phone calls are always welcomed to help locate
9. What happens if I decide to leave the study early? needed information, materials or other resources. VUMC IRB’s
10. Who should I call if I have a question about the research? phone number is (615) 322-2918. The main mission is to protect
human research participants during the research process as well
as assist investigators in accomplishing their research goals in a
safe and ethical manner.
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The IRB’s main mission is to protect
human research participants during the
research process as well as assist investi-
gators in accomplishing their research Julie Ozier, MHL, CIP
Director, Human Research Protection Program
goals in a safe and ethical manner.” julie.ozier@vumc.org
