Method
Participants and Settings
Only one participant was chosen for this study, a 23-year-old Hispanic male name Joe. Joe took interest in this study, after reading a flyer posted at his local gym. The flyer asked for any young, active, male, who is seriously seeking help to quit smoking. Participant cannot live with anyone else that smokes, and must complete the study to receive compensation. Joe met each of the included criteria. He also consented to using the voucher system, since he had no success with past methods. As a participant, Joe will earn vouchers for smoking less or not smoking at all. This study included three different “high risk” locations; the participant’s job, bars/restaurants, and participant’s home. A structured observation was provided for locations outside the participant’s home. Sessions were held on Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pre-Experimental Procedures
Prior to participating in the study, the participant met with the experimenter for identification, an initial orientation session, and to complete the informed consent form that listed all study procedures (including compensation). Comprehension was then tested with a passing score on a multiple choice quiz. Next, the participant had to provide an initial measurement of carbon monoxide (CO) levels that were measured in parts …show more content…
The CO readings were recorded in parts per million by a series of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the front panel of the monitor. For security purposes, a computer-tracking device was installed in the laptop. Research staff set up all the equipment and explained the monitoring procedure. A photocopy of the participant’s driver’s license was scanned, and an acknowledgment of receiving property was signed as consent for returning all equipment back to the university.
Measurement and Interobserver
Participants and Settings
Only one participant was chosen for this study, a 23-year-old Hispanic male name Joe. Joe took interest in this study, after reading a flyer posted at his local gym. The flyer asked for any young, active, male, who is seriously seeking help to quit smoking. Participant cannot live with anyone else that smokes, and must complete the study to receive compensation. Joe met each of the included criteria. He also consented to using the voucher system, since he had no success with past methods. As a participant, Joe will earn vouchers for smoking less or not smoking at all. This study included three different “high risk” locations; the participant’s job, bars/restaurants, and participant’s home. A structured observation was provided for locations outside the participant’s home. Sessions were held on Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pre-Experimental Procedures
Prior to participating in the study, the participant met with the experimenter for identification, an initial orientation session, and to complete the informed consent form that listed all study procedures (including compensation). Comprehension was then tested with a passing score on a multiple choice quiz. Next, the participant had to provide an initial measurement of carbon monoxide (CO) levels that were measured in parts …show more content…
The CO readings were recorded in parts per million by a series of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the front panel of the monitor. For security purposes, a computer-tracking device was installed in the laptop. Research staff set up all the equipment and explained the monitoring procedure. A photocopy of the participant’s driver’s license was scanned, and an acknowledgment of receiving property was signed as consent for returning all equipment back to the university.
Measurement and Interobserver