Table 3 Participants understanding of the study
n = 199 | Mean | SD |
|---|---|---|
The fact that participation is voluntary | 4.6 | 1.0 |
That your treatment involved research | 4.5 | 1.0 |
What the researchers were trying to find out | 4.3 | 1.0 |
Treatments and procedures you would undergo | 4.3 | 1.0 |
How your participation may benefit future patients | 4.3 | 1.0 |
Possible benefits from participating in the trial | 4.2 | 1.1 |
Overall how well you understood the study when you signed the consent form | 4.2 | 1.0 |
Who to contact if you have questions | 4.3 | 1.1 |
Possible trial risks and discomforts | 3.8 | 1.2 |
How long you would be in the trial | 3.8 | 1.1 |
Which treatments were experimental | 3.7 | 1.2 |
Alternatives to participation in the trial | 3.6 | 1.4 |
Who will pay for treatment if you become ill/injured | 3.0 | 1.5 |