When should you contact the RAI coordinator?

The correct answer highlights a situation where a surveyor may need to reach out to the RAI coordinator. If the number of residents is unreasonable, it typically indicates a potential issue with the data regarding the survey's target population. This could involve discrepancies in the expected number of respondents or perhaps concerns about how the survey is being administered. In such cases, contacting the RAI coordinator is essential because they can provide guidance, reassurance, or adjustments needed for the survey to accurately reflect the population being studied.

Addressing issues related to the number of residents upfront is crucial for the integrity of the survey results and helps ensure that the data collected is valid and useful for analysis. It enables timely intervention, allowing for adjustments in methodology or strategy, which can ultimately lead to more reliable outcomes.

Other scenarios like delays in survey results, the act of exporting the survey shell, or contacting after the survey's completion are less immediate. They don’t necessarily pertain to inherent issues with the survey structure or its target population, thus making them less critical situations for contacting the RAI coordinator at the onset.