APPLICATIONS
Suzy and Pam

Suzy's job is to interview people whose friends have been killed by gun violence. In the interviews, Suzy asks people where they live, whether they are married, how much money they make and whether they approve of gun control.

Suzy’s co-worker is named Pam. Read what Suzy and Pam say to one another:

Suzy: One of the men I interviewed for the study was single, handsome and made a lot of money. Now that the research project is over, I want you to look up his name and phone number so I can ask him out.

Pam: No way. That would be very unprofessional!

Suzy: But the study is over, and I think he really liked me. Besides, I've already told my friends about him.

How can Pam explain to Suzy what is wrong with Suzy’s request?

First think about the question.

Then click here for hints.

Hints:

Research information should used only as participants agreed to.
(Click here to review.)

When Suzy told her friends that this man was in the study, she revealed confidential information.
(Click here to review.)

Confidentiality is forever. The fact that the study is over doesn't matter.
(Click here to review.)

Can you think of other issues raised by this story?

Back to Top