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Research ethics
RCN guidance for nurses
This publication is a revised edition of Research ethics, RCN guidance for nurses first published in 2004.
Acknowledgements
Revisions team (in alphabetical order):
Professor Carol Haigh, Faculty of Health, Psychology & Social Care, Manchester Metropolitan University Dr Tracey Williamson, Research Fellow, Salford Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Collaborative Research, University of Salford
With contributions from, in alphabetical order:
! Professor Woody Caan, Faculty of Health and Social Care,Anglia Ruskin University ! Gordon Hill, Lecturer, School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University ! Dr Christine Hogg, Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Salford ! Dr Ron Iphofen, Former Director of Postgraduate Studies, School of Healthcare Sciences, Bangor University ! Professor Barbara Jack, Director Evidence-based Practice Research Centre, Edge Hill University ! Dr.Allyson Lipp, Principal Lecturer, University of Glamorgan ! Wendy Turkie,Assistant Director of Nursing, North Wales NHS Trust (East)
RCN Legal Disclaimer This publication contains information, advice and guidance to help members of the RCN. It is intended for use within the UK but readers are advised that practices may vary in each country and outside the UK. The information in this publication has been compiled from professional sources, but its accuracy is not guaranteed.Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the RCN provides accurate and expert information and guidance, it is impossible to predict all the circumstances in which it may be used.Accordingly, to the extent permitted by law, the RCN shall not be liable to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by what is contained in or left out of this information and guidance. Published by the Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London,W1G 0RN © 2009 Royal College of Nursing.All
RCN guidance for nurses
This publication is a revised edition of Research ethics, RCN guidance for nurses first published in 2004.
Acknowledgements
Revisions team (in alphabetical order):
Professor Carol Haigh, Faculty of Health, Psychology & Social Care, Manchester Metropolitan University Dr Tracey Williamson, Research Fellow, Salford Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Collaborative Research, University of Salford
With contributions from, in alphabetical order:
! Professor Woody Caan, Faculty of Health and Social Care,Anglia Ruskin University ! Gordon Hill, Lecturer, School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University ! Dr Christine Hogg, Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Salford ! Dr Ron Iphofen, Former Director of Postgraduate Studies, School of Healthcare Sciences, Bangor University ! Professor Barbara Jack, Director Evidence-based Practice Research Centre, Edge Hill University ! Dr.Allyson Lipp, Principal Lecturer, University of Glamorgan ! Wendy Turkie,Assistant Director of Nursing, North Wales NHS Trust (East)
RCN Legal Disclaimer This publication contains information, advice and guidance to help members of the RCN. It is intended for use within the UK but readers are advised that practices may vary in each country and outside the UK. The information in this publication has been compiled from professional sources, but its accuracy is not guaranteed.Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the RCN provides accurate and expert information and guidance, it is impossible to predict all the circumstances in which it may be used.Accordingly, to the extent permitted by law, the RCN shall not be liable to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by what is contained in or left out of this information and guidance. Published by the Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London,W1G 0RN © 2009 Royal College of Nursing.All
References: Other web-based resources (Websites correct as of 9 February 2009) The General Medical Council provides guidance on good practice in research for doctors that may also be valuable to others: www.gmcuk.org/guidance/a_z_guidance/index.asp