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What is Meant by Minimal Risk?

According to Federal regulations, minimal risk means that the probability and magnitude of harm or discomfort anticipated in the research are not greater in and of themselves than those ordinarily encountered in daily life or during the performance of routine physical or psychological examinations or tests. Examples of minimal risk procedures include most surveys, record reviews, moderate exercise testing, and administration of psychological tests involving a minor level of stress
 
 
 
 
 
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