Health Care, Ethical Dimensions of Research Studies<\/p>\n
Ethical Dimensions of Research Studies
\nIn the best-selling book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (Skloot, 2010), the author highlights the
\ntrue story of an African-American woman who died in 1951 from cervical cancer. What makes her story
\nunique is that prior to her death, cells from her tumor were removed and successfully grown in a petri
\ndish. This was the first time scientists were able to successfully replicate cells outside the body, and it is
\nestimated that billions of Lacks\u2019 cells have been used in medical research. However, Henrietta Lacks was
\nnever asked for permission to take a sample and her family was never made aware of the widespread
\nuse of her cells. Although the culturing of her cells has been pivotal for advancing research, strong
\nethical concerns later arose about using these cells without patient or family approval.
\nThis week\u2019s readings describe historical examples of unethical research, such as a study of syphilis
\namong African-American men in which treatment was withheld and a study in which live cancer cells
\nwere injected into elderly patients. Today, stricter controls that seek to protect study participants are
\nplaced on researchers, but breaches still occur. Careful attention must be given toward preventing
\nunethical behavior. In this Discussion, you explore ethical considerations and issues in research.
\nTo prepare:
\n\uf0b7 Select a current health-related case involving research ethics. (If none come to mind, browse the
\nInternet to familiarize yourself with recent cases.)
\n\uf0b7 As you review the case that you have selected, reflect on the ethical principles discussed in
\n\u201cWhat Are the Major Ethical Issues in Conducting Research?\u201d article found in this week\u2019s
\nLearning Resources. Which principles were breached in the case you have identified?
\nRead a selection of your colleagues\u2019 responses. (POST 1; attached)
\nRespond to the attached Post 1 using one or more of the following approaches:
\n\uf0b7 Ask a probing question, substantiated with additional background information, and evidence.
\n\uf0b7 Make a suggestion based on additional evidence drawn from readings or after synthesizing
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