HMS, BM EQ-Bank 366

A student has been asked to design a research question investigating the physiological responses to aerobic training in school students. Evaluate what ethical considerations should be addressed and how the student might ensure validity and reliability in their data collection. (7 marks)

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Obtain informed consent from participants and parents/guardians for minors, clearly explaining procedures and potential discomforts
Screen participants for pre-existing conditions that might affect results or pose health risks during testing
Ensure privacy and confidentiality of physiological data collected from participants
Control variables such as time of day, prior food intake, and recent activity to ensure reliable results
Use standardised protocols for measuring heart rate, ventilation rate and other physiological responses
Employ calibrated equipment such as heart rate monitors and respiratory measurement devices to ensure accuracy
Include appropriate sample size and demographic representation to allow for meaningful conclusions

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Obtain informed consent from participants and parents/guardians for minors, clearly explaining procedures and potential discomforts
Screen participants for pre-existing conditions that might affect results or pose health risks during testing
Ensure privacy and confidentiality of physiological data collected from participants
Control variables such as time of day, prior food intake, and recent activity to ensure reliable results
Use standardised protocols for measuring heart rate, ventilation rate and other physiological responses
Employ calibrated equipment such as heart rate monitors and respiratory measurement devices to ensure accuracy
Include appropriate sample size and demographic representation to allow for meaningful conclusions