A Researcher Is Designing a Study That Includes a Procedure

question 131

Multiple Choice

A researcher is designing a study that includes a procedure that may be upsetting or psychologically disturbing to the participants.What special actions do the guidelines for ethical standards of the Canadian Psychological Association require the researcher to follow?

• A)The researcher must have a personal liability statement from an insurance company.
• B)Although not required,the researcher should consult with an institutional review board prior to beginning the research.
• C)The researcher must minimize risks,inform participants of potential risks,and be prepared to deal with participant reactions.
• D)The researcher must have available,on-call in the laboratory,a medical doctor and a psychiatrist to deal with potential problems.

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Definitions:

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The process of evaluating and choosing among alternatives in a manner consistent with ethical principles, considering the impact of decisions on stakeholders and society.

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Performance Appraisal

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UN Global Compact

A United Nations initiative encouraging businesses worldwide to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies.