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Informed Consent
Informed Consent
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Phone Number of Researcher: 09169846588 A. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Under the approval of the Research Director Neil G. Cabbo, MSN and research adviser Romeo Q. Rivera Jr., RN, MAN, the Level IV nursing students is conducting a series of research on preoperative anxiety of patients undergoing ambulatory minor surgeries. The aim of the study is identify the level of anxiety of patients in the preoperative phase that will undergo Ambulatory Minor Surgery in a Medical Center in Metro Manila, Basis for formulation of guidelines to minimize preoperative anxiety. B. PROCEDURES If I agree to participate in this research study; 1. I will be asked to answer a semi-structured interview consuming at least 15 minutes to 30 minutes of my time. 2. I will be asked of my age and gender. 3. I will provide answers on the questions that will assess my level of anxiety. 4. If I agree to participate in this study, transcript of data will be compiled for research purposes. C. RISKS There are no known foreseeable risks or discomforts involved in participating in this study aside from the long duration of interview process. Confidentiality: The records from the study will be kept confidential as possible. No individual identities will be used in any reports or publications resulting from the study. All transcripts and summaries will be given codes and stored separately from any names or other direct identifications of the participants. Research information will be kept locked at all times. Only the researchers will have access to the files and only those with essential need to see the date will have access to that particular file. After the