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Informed Consent Comprehension Check Template

Verify participants grasp study purpose, risks, and data use. Boost IRB compliance and data quality with this ready-to-use post-study survey template.

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Q1
Multiple Choice
Before starting, did you read the consent information?
  • Yes, thoroughly
  • Yes, I skimmed it
  • I started but did not finish
  • No
  • Not sure
Q2
Numeric
About how many minutes did you spend reading the consent information?
Accepts a numeric value
Whole numbers only
Q3
Multiple Choice
Was this your first time taking part in a study with this research team?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not sure
Q4
Multiple Choice
Attention check: To confirm you are paying attention, please select “Yes.”
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not sure
Q5
Long Text
In your own words, what was the main purpose of the study?
Max 600 chars
Q6
Rating
How clear was the study’s purpose before you began?
Scale: 10 (star)
Min: Not at all clearMax: Very clear
Q7
Opinion Scale
How clearly were potential risks explained?
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Not at all clearMid: Somewhat clearMax: Very clear
Q8
Multiple Choice
Overall, what level of risk did this study pose to you?
  • None
  • Minimal
  • Moderate
  • High
  • Not sure
Q9
Matrix
Please indicate your agreement with the following statements about your rights and the information provided.
RowsStrongly disagreeDisagreeNeither agree nor disagreeAgreeStrongly agree
I knew I could stop at any time.•••••
I knew who to contact with questions.•••••
I understood how my data would be stored.•••••
I knew whether my data would be identifiable.•••••
I understood how my data might be shared.•••••
Q10
Multiple Choice
To the best of your recollection, your study data were:
  • Anonymous (no identifiers)
  • De-identified (coded; no direct identifiers)
  • Identifiable (name or contact info attached)
  • Not sure
Q11
Multiple Choice
Which best matches what you recall about data sharing?
  • Only the study team could access my data
  • The team and approved collaborators could access my data
  • De-identified data might be shared publicly (e.g., repositories)
  • Data would not be shared beyond the team
  • I don’t remember
Q12
Multiple Choice
What do you recall about how long your data will be kept?
  • Only during data analysis
  • For several years
  • Indefinitely
  • I don’t remember
Q13
Rating
How confident are you that your data will be kept confidential as described?
Scale: 10 (star)
Min: Not confidentMax: Very confident
Q14
Ranking
If you needed to request your data be deleted or corrected, rank the channels you would prefer to use (1 = most preferred).
Drag to order (top = most important)
  1. Email
  2. Web portal or form
  3. Phone
  4. Postal mail
  5. In person
Q15
Multiple Choice
Were you given contact details for questions or concerns about the study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not sure
Q16
Opinion Scale
I understood that I could withdraw at any time without penalty.
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q17
Multiple Choice
Did payment or an incentive influence your decision to participate?
  • Not at all
  • A little
  • Somewhat
  • A lot
  • Prefer not to say
Q18
Opinion Scale
The consent information was the right length for me.
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q19
Long Text
Was any information missing or unclear? Please explain.
Max 600 chars
Q20
Long Text
What could we improve to make the consent information clearer or more useful?
Max 600 chars
Q21
Dropdown
What is your age range?
  • 18-24
  • 25-34
  • 35-44
  • 45-54
  • 55-64
  • 65+
  • Prefer not to say
Q22
Multiple Choice
How do you describe your gender? Select all that apply.
  • Woman
  • Man
  • Non-binary
  • Another gender identity
  • Prefer not to say
Q23
Dropdown
Where do you currently live?
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • North America
  • Oceania
  • South America
  • Prefer not to say
Q24
Multiple Choice
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than high school
  • High school or equivalent
  • Some college/Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Doctoral or professional degree
  • Prefer not to say
Q25
Multiple Choice
What is your current employment status?
  • Employed full-time
  • Employed part-time
  • Self-employed
  • Student
  • Not employed
  • Retired
  • Prefer not to say
Q26
Multiple Choice
Have you previously participated in academic research (any institution)?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Prefer not to say
Q27
Chat Message
Welcome! This brief survey asks about how clear the consent information was. It should take only a few minutes. Participation is voluntary, and your responses will be handled as described in the consent.
Q28
Long Text
Is there anything else you would like to share about the consent information or your experience?
Max 600 chars
Q29
AI Interview
AI Interview: 2 Follow-up Questions on your consent understanding
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: Expert InterviewerMode: Fast
Q30
Chat Message
Thank you for completing the survey. Your feedback helps us improve consent materials and participant understanding.

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