Understanding Moral Distress in Clinical Research Professionals
Author Information
Author(s): Elena Bosack, Dawn Bourne, Elizabeth Epstein, Mary Faith Marshall, Donna T. Chen
Primary Institution: University of Virginia
Hypothesis
What are the root causes of moral distress experienced by clinical research professionals?
Conclusion
Moral distress in clinical research professionals arises from various factors, including financial pressures and ethical dilemmas regarding participant care.
Supporting Evidence
- Moral distress is linked to financial pressures and ethical dilemmas faced by clinical research professionals.
- Participants expressed concerns about the integrity of research and the welfare of study participants.
- Many interviewees reported feeling powerless due to hierarchical structures in clinical research.
Takeaway
Clinical research professionals sometimes feel really sad or stressed because they can't always do what they think is right for the people they are helping.
Methodology
Qualitative descriptive study using open-ended interviews with clinical research professionals.
Potential Biases
Self-selection of participants may lead to a non-representative sample of clinical research professionals.
Limitations
The sample is not statistically representative, and participants self-selected, which may bias the findings.
Participant Demographics
Participants included a diverse group of clinical research professionals with varying years of experience and backgrounds.
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