Question

A 22-year-old female volunteer is enrolled in a clinical trial. She decides to withdraw consent mid-study. According to UK research ethics, what should happen?

Accepted Answer

She can withdraw without penalty or loss of benefits

Answer

She must continue until the end

Answer

She should pay a fine for withdrawal

Answer

She is legally bound to continue therapy

Answer

No further follow-up is allowed

Practice question

A 22-year-old female volunteer is enrolled in a clinical trial. She decides to withdraw consent mid-study. According to UK research ethics, what should happen?