Which of the Following Is True About Studies That Ask

question 167

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about studies that ask participant to place a hand in a tub of freezing water, which can cause some discomfort or even pain?

• A) This practice is classified as a physical risk.
• B) Studies using this procedure are unethical.
• C) Stress and pain from this procedure is typically short term and can be an acceptable risk.
• D) Studies which cause pain are always acceptable.

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Definitions:

Transporting Oxygen

The primary function of the respiratory and circulatory systems, allowing oxygen to be inhaled into the lungs, carried by red blood cells, and delivered to tissue.

Tissue Cells

The basic structural and functional units of tissues in living organisms, varying widely in structure and function based on their location and task.

Coagulation

The process of blood changing from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot, which is an essential part of hemostasis to stop bleeding.

Agglutination

The clumping together of particles, typically cells or proteins, often caused by an antigen-antibody reaction.