What is a clinical trial? A quick guide for beginners

Understanding what is involved in clinical trials is vital. Find out what role you could play as a nursing student

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Journal
Nursing Standard
Published
2026-04-01
DOI
https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.41.4.31.s16
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Health Sciences Research and Education
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What is a clinical trial? A quick guide for beginners

Lynne Pearce
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Health Sciences Research and Education
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What is a clinical trial? A quick guide for beginners

Lynne Pearce
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Abstract

Understanding what is involved in clinical trials is vital. Find out what role you could play as a nursing student

Nursing StandardVol. 41(4)
Quality Education
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Health Sciences Research and Education
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