Ginnie Just Finished Participating in a Study on the Effects

question 52

Multiple Choice

Ginnie just finished participating in a study on the effects of alcohol on driving.She had to consume a nasty liquid that may or may not have had alcohol,and then she drove in a simulator for half an hour while the researchers measured her performance.Now,she is sitting down with the experimenter and is handed a document that explains the details of the study to a greater degree.She is further asked if she has any questions,and provided with contact information in case she thinks of a question later.What type of document was this?

• A) a debriefing form
• B) a confidentiality form
• C) an ethics review form
• D) an informed consent form

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Definitions:

Taboos

Social or cultural practices that are prohibited or strongly discouraged within a community or society.

Narcotic Use

The utilization of drugs that dull the senses, relieve pain, and can lead to dependence, often referred to in the context of substance abuse.

Herbal Teas

Beverages made from the infusion or decoction of herbs, spices, or other plant materials in hot water, often consumed for their therapeutic benefits.

Acculturation

The process of adopting the cultural traits or social patterns of another group, especially as a result of contact.