42 U.S.C. § 1397k–2 — Research protections

The Secretary^* shall promulgate guidelines to assist researchers working in the area of elder^* abuse^*, neglect^*, and exploitation^*, with issues relating to human subject protections.

For purposes of the application of subpart A of part 46 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations, to research conducted under this subpart, the term “legally authorized representative” means, unless otherwise provided by law, the individual or judicial or other body authorized under the applicable law to consent to medical treatment^* on behalf of another person^*.