Below is a list of questions that can be important to ask before deciding to participate:
- What is the purpose of the study?
- Who is going to be in the study?
- Why do researchers believe the treatment being tested may be effective?
- Has the treatment been tested before?
- How do the risks, possible side effects, and potential benefits in the study compare with my/my child’s current treatment?
- What kinds of tests and treatments are involved?
- How might this trial affect my or my child’s daily life?
- Will I be able to continue to work during the trial?
- How long will the trial last?
- Will hospitalization be required?
- Who will pay for the treatment?
- Will I be reimbursed for expenses such as childcare, transportation, time away from work, etc.?
- What type of long-term follow up care is part of this study?
- How will I know that the treatment is working?
- Who will be in charge of my care during the trial?
- Will results of the trial be provided to me?