DrVan Offer Hired a New Assistant to Conduct a Survey

question 29

Essay

Dr.Van Offer hired a new assistant to conduct a survey for him.During one of the research luncheon meetings,the new assistant starts to discuss information that respondents have given her.In particular,she tells about one respondent's sexual preferences and then accidentally gives the respondent's name.One of the other assistants is horrified because she is related to the respondent.
Discuss three issues related to the ethical survey,including invasion of privacy,voluntary participation and misuse of surveys.What should Dr.Van Offer do? Are any of these issues related to lessons learned in Chapter 3?

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Definitions:

Calcium Absorption

The process by which calcium is taken up from dietary sources and absorbed into the body, critical for bone health and various metabolic functions.

Vitamin D

A fat-soluble vitamin that helps regulate the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, playing a crucial role in bone health.

Intestines

Tubular sections of the digestive system extending from the stomach to the anus, divided into the small and large intestines, responsible for nutrient absorption and waste processing.

Nondisplaced Fracture

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