Which of the Following Was Ethically Controversial in the Case

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was ethically controversial in the case of the Henrietta Lacks?

• A)She was not told she had cervical cancer.
• B)She was not treated for her cervical cancer.
• C)She did not know of or consent to being a participant in a research study.
• D)She was not allowed to withdraw from the study after she became concerned about it.

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