Delve into topics surrounding ethics of research and publication in this comprehensive course. Covering issues such as research with animals and human participants, this course will walk users through a variety of ethical scenarios related to ethical behavior during clinical research. Learn about data falsification, data fabrication, and plagiarism as important concepts to be avoided during the acquisition of research data. Additional information about proper data management and secure data storage is provided, with an emphasis on ownership of research data performed in an institutional setting. Several “Test your Knowledge” questions throughout the course will help you understand and apply ethical principles to everyday situations that you may encounter during clinical research.

For ongoing education and resources, please visit RSNA’s Online Learning Center.

Content Areas (Codes):
The following Content Areas will be printed on the certificate for this course:

• Professionalism (including Ethics)

Learning Objectives:

• Define the term “ethics” and explain how it differs from “morality.”
• Explain research misconduct and its three components (data fabrication, data falsification, and plagiarism).
• Articulate the principles and guidelines of research data management and issues of data ownership and retention.
• Describe the three fundamental principles of research with human subjects.
• State the major concerns related to vendor-sponsored research.
• Define Conflict of Interest and describe various conditions in which it may arise in research.
• Denote the rule developed to protect patient confidentiality that evolved from a 1996 act of Congress.

This enduring material is estimated to take 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete.

Start Date: 10/4/2024
End Date for CME Eligibility/Online Expiration Date: 10/3/2027

Original Start Date: 10/4/2021
Original Expiration Date: 10/3/2024
Review Date: 9/4/2024

Faculty:

• John Antolak, PhD

Disclosure Statements:
RSNA controls the planning, development, and delivery of this CME activity and will strictly adhere to the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

None of the planners and faculty for this educational activity have relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. All financial relationships for this activity have been mitigated.

Accreditation and Designation Statements:
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

To earn CME credit, participants must correctly answer a minimum of 80% of the post-test questions and complete the course evaluation.

RSNA designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50. AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Price:
Non-Member/Basic Member Rate: $55.00
Standard Member/Full Access Member Rate: $0.00

Refund / Exchange Policy:
RSNA will not issue any refunds or exchanges for online only versions of educational products or activities purchased online. Please review the entire product or activity description prior to purchase.

RSNA Disclaimer:
The opinions or views expressed in this activity are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, recommendations or endorsement of the RSNA. Participants should critically appraise the information presented and are encouraged to consult appropriate resources for information surrounding any product or device mentioned. Information presented, as well as publications, technologies, products and/or services discussed, are intended to inform the learner about the knowledge, techniques, and experiences of RSNA faculty who are willing to share such information with colleagues. The RSNA disclaims any and all liability for damages to any individual user for all claims which may result from the use of said information, publications, technologies, products and/or services, and events.