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A parolee who is returned to prison for failing to conform to the conditions of parole (but who has not committed a new crime) is:


A) usually known as a technical parole violator
B) called an absconder
C) called a habitual offender
D) usually let out after only serving a few days

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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Match each corresponding item. -Research technique to identify treatment effects


A) meta-analysis
B) recidivism
C) literature review
D) follow-up period
E) parole violation
F) comparison group

G) C) and D)
H) A) and D)

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What the three major constraints to conducting correctional research?

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How long of a follow-up period do you recommend?

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The recommended length of a follow-up period can vary greatly depending on the context of the situation or study in question. For instance, in a clinical setting, the follow-up period after a treatment or surgery might be determined by the standard of care for the specific condition, the nature of the treatment, the expected course of recovery, and any potential risks for complications. In research, the follow-up period might be dictated by the study design, the objectives of the research, and the outcomes being measured. For example, in a clinical trial for a new medication, researchers might establish a follow-up period of several months to years to adequately assess the drug's efficacy and long-term side effects. In contrast, for a routine surgical procedure like an appendectomy, the follow-up might be a few weeks to ensure proper healing and to monitor for any complications. In the context of chronic disease management, such as diabetes or hypertension, follow-up periods could be ongoing and scheduled at regular intervals (e.g., every 3-6 months) to monitor the patient's condition and adjust treatment as necessary. To provide a specific recommendation for a follow-up period, more information is needed about the particular circumstances, including the type of intervention, the condition being treated or studied, the patient population, and the goals of the follow-up. It is always best to consult with a healthcare professional or the relevant guidelines for the specific context to determine the appropriate follow-up period.

Match each corresponding item. -Used in studies to help determine effects


A) meta-analysis
B) recidivism
C) literature review
D) follow-up period
E) parole violation
F) comparison group

G) B) and E)
H) C) and E)

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Match each corresponding item. -An infraction of a condition of supervision


A) meta-analysis
B) recidivism
C) literature review
D) follow-up period
E) parole violation
F) comparison group

G) A) and B)
H) B) and F)

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List three indicators of recidivism that are commonly used

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The percentage of parolees returned to prison on violations is generally very low.

A) True
B) False

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According to the text, despite the need to include other outcome measures, recidivism remains the most important indicator.

A) True
B) False

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True

Offenders cannot be incarcerated for technical violations.

A) True
B) False

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Which is NOT an impediment to conducting research in community corrections?


A) political nature of programs
B) methodological concerns
C) financial and organizational constraints
D) statistical testing

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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Why is it so difficult to determine whether correctional programs reduce recidivism?

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Determining whether correctional program...

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How would you measure "humaneness"?

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Match each corresponding item. -Period in which offenders are tracked for recidivism


A) meta-analysis
B) recidivism
C) literature review
D) follow-up period
E) parole violation
F) comparison group

G) D) and F)
H) A) and F)

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Match each corresponding item. -The repetition of criminal behavior


A) meta-analysis
B) recidivism
C) literature review
D) follow-up period
E) parole violation
F) comparison group

G) D) and F)
H) A) and B)

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Most of the correctional programs assessed with the CPC have scored in the Very High Adherence to EBP category.

A) True
B) False

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Are arrests a sufficient measure of outcome? Why or why not?

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According to the text, which is NOT an element of program integrity?


A) the design of the program
B) the staff
C) the treatment interventions used
D) organizational structure

E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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The CPC has been used extensively across the country to assess correctional programs.

A) True
B) False

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How will you identify a comparison group?

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