Edith's Physician Has Been Supplying Her with Free Samples of a Medication

question 1

Multiple Choice

Edith's physician has been supplying her with free samples of a medication that she could not otherwise afford to buy. The physician asks Edith to participate in a research study that he is conducting, suggesting that he will continue to give Edith the free samples only if she complies. Which of the following BEST describes the physician's behaviour?

• A) coercion
• B) undue influence
• C) a breach of confidentiality
• D) standard recruitment practices

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Definitions:

New Ideas

In psychology, this can refer to innovative theories, practices, or approaches that challenge existing paradigms.

Disclosure

The action of making new or secret information known.

Covert Research

Covert research refers to studies where the subjects are unaware they are being observed or studied, often used in sociology and psychology to observe natural behaviors without the influence of the observer's presence.

Replicate

To duplicate a study or experiment to verify its results.