As a study participant, you have the following rights. This includes, but is not limited to, your right to:

• Be informed of the nature and purpose of the study.
• Be given an explanation of the procedures to be followed in the study, and about any drug or device used in the study.
• Be given a description of any expected discomforts or risks.
• Be given an explanation of any expected benefits if applicable.
• Be told about any appropriate alternatives, drugs, or devices that might be advantageous and their relative risks and benefits.
• Be informed about medical treatment, if any, available after the if complications should arise.
• Be given an opportunity to ask questions concerning the study or the procedures involved.
• Be told that consent to participate in the research study may be withdrawn at any time.
• Be given a copy of the signed and dated consent form.
• Be given the opportunity to decide to consent or not to consent to a research study without any element of force, fraud, deceit, duress, coercion, or undue influence.
• Be assured that your private health information is and remains confidential and will not be shared without your explicit permission.