Dr Harmon Has Conducted a Study of Social Networks and Health

question 78

Multiple Choice

Dr. Harmon has conducted a study of social networks and health within an isolated community. Which of the following would breach a research participant's right to confidentiality?

• A)The completed surveys are stored in a locked file cabinet to which only Dr. Harmon has access.
• B)Dr. Harmon's report avoids the use of identifying information.
• C)As part of the study, Dr. Harmon reviewed each participant's medical record.
• D)Dr. Harmon stored the completed surveys and the key linking names and code numbers on his laptop, to which only he and his wife have the password.

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Definitions:

Debt Securities

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Equity Securities

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Creditor Relationship

The financial relationship that exists between a borrower or debtor and a lender, where the lender provides a loan or credit to the borrower.

Cash Equivalents

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