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Ethical principles impacting research in children

BeneficenceApplying evidence-based care generated from research specific to children
NonmaleficenceAvoiding harmful therapies extrapolated from adult patient data or experience
Distributive justiceAllowing research benefits to be available to all populations
Respect for informed consentSupporting developing autonomy in children considering research participation
Respect for privacy and confidentialityProviding confidentiality within the limits of legal requirements