Human Subjects/Clinical Research
What does PHI stand for?
Protected health information
Give an example of an organism commonly used in research.
Rodents (rats, mice), nematodes, drosophila, etc.
What is the name of the lab instrument used to measure, transfer, and/or inject very small amounts of liquid?
Micropipette
True or False: All survey questions must have yes/no answers
False
What is an example of a social determinant of health?
Accessing research subject’s files for personal motives is considered a violation of ________.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
True or false: All personnel who work with animals in research must receive training in the proper care and use of research animals PRIOR TO beginning their work at the University of Michigan.
True!
Give at least 2 examples of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Safety goggles, gloves, lab coats, respirators, safety shoes, hard hats, etc.
True or false: you can share people’s survey results with others who complete the survey.
False
What is the study of the spread and origins of disease?
Epidemiology
In order to participate in research, children must:
1. Provide written informed consent
2. Provide written permission
3. Provide assent, unless the IRB determines that they are too young
3. Provide assent, unless the IRB determines that they are too young
What is one goal of animal research, with respect to humans? (two correct answers)
To learn more about health problems that affect both humans and animals OR to assure the safety of new medical treatments.
This piece of lab equipment is used to heat substances with a controlled flame.
Bunsen burner
What is a limitation of survey research compared to interview research?
Surveys don't allow you to ask follow-up questions to tailor to the conversation, lower response rates, often cannot develop as complex/nuanced perspectives due to pre-set questions....
Define an epidemic vs pandemic
Epidemic: A large outbreak within a defined region
Pandemic: An outbreak that has spread internationally and/or intercontinentally
Which of the following is NOT a violation of HIPPA?
Speaking to a colleague about a patient or participant in a public space
Looking up a friend’s medical chart to check how their surgery went
Leaving a participant’s file on your desk during your lunch break
Providing participants’ protected health information for audits and licensing
Providing participants’ protected health information for audits and licensing
How has animal use for research changed in recent years (increased, decreased, remained constant)?
List one way to sterilize lab equipment.
Autoclave, UV, ethanol
What is a benefit of survey research compared to interview research?
Increased flexibility; don't need to come into a lab, the anonymity of surveys may result in more honest responses, interviews may be more biased due to interviewer-interviewee interactions
What is the international organization responsible for coordinating global health efforts?
The World Health Organization (WHO)
What is the name of the institution that approves human studies?
Institutional Review Board
What is the most commonly used laboratory animal and why?
Mice; close genetic/physiological similarity to humans, fast reproduction, small size, abundant genetic resources (ability to "knock out" genes)....
What is commonly used in chemistry labs to prevent exposure to airborne toxic chemicals?
Fume hood
What software can you use to analyze survey questions? (many correct answers)
Statistical analysis system (SAS), statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS), R-programming
What is a cancer-causing material commonly found in old buildings' insulation?
Asbestos