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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 394 MC

A student plans to collect blood samples to measure lactate levels during an investigation of aerobic training responses. Which of the following represents the most significant ethical concern?

  1. The cost of blood sampling equipment
  2. The time required to analyse blood samples
  3. The need for specialised laboratory equipment
  4. The invasive nature of the procedure and participant discomfort
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Consider Option D: The invasive nature of the procedure and participant discomfort

  • The invasive nature of blood sampling raises ethical concerns about participant discomfort, potential harm, and requires careful consideration of risks versus benefits.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Cost is a practical consideration, not primarily an ethical concern.
  • B is incorrect: Time requirements are logistical concerns, not ethical issues.
  • C is incorrect: Equipment needs are methodological considerations, not ethical concerns.