Case Study Assessment

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Ethics And Diversity In Family Practice

Patrice Scope

SWK/5007

Capella University

7/24/22

Before attempting to solve the problem, it's critical to do a full assessment of the situation while dealing with Marie and her family. After looking at the National Association of Social Workers' fundamental methods for resolving ethical issues, it's clear that there are six steps one must take before acting. When a social worker is given a case, their first step is to determine whether or not an ethical issue exists. Analyzing the situation is essential if we are to understand the underlying reasons and how they impact the subject. The second step is to identify the variables and their underlying principles. The social worker then prioritized the ethical problems based on their relevance to the situation. The best course of action for Marie would then be selected, leading to the formation of an action plan. Afterwards, the plan would be implemented. Marie and her family would be involved in determining what is needed and achieving specific goals as part of this. After that, the group would reflect on what really happened. The team will decide whether or not to repeat the therapy if Marie is dissatisfied with the results.

In order to obtain all of this information, it will take more than a single day. During this stage of the assessment, it may take a social worker a few weeks to get to know the client and establish contact with the client's team. Because Lisa may be abusing Marie's time and medicine, we would need to obtain information about her needs and desires from her, talk to Lisa and Toni, and collaborate with them on a plan that supports Marie in order to make moral judgments in this circumstance. For example, I'd want to know more about the grandmother's interactions with her family and what she thinks is best for herself.

After finishing the intake and any other assessments, I'd meet with my supervisor to continue looking into this situation. As I gained more information, I would discuss any ethical issues with them. One example would be Lisa's theft of Marie's pain medication and her refusal to follow Marie's instructions to avoid having children around since children upset and tire Marie. We've been aware that Marie has been having difficulty remembering things recently. As a consequence, her assertion is ambiguous. We'd take her words seriously, but we'd want to double-check them with other people. Lisa could need to be reported to the authorities if it is discovered that she has been abusing Marie's prescription medications. The issue of elder abuse is one that goes mostly unreported and unstudied. Researchers Katherine Marshall and Deborah Hale from the academic journal Elder Abuse provide further information on this topic. Some of the ways elder abuse happens and how it is frequently ignored are discussed in this study. A mere one out of every twenty-three instances of elder abuse is reported to Adult Protective Services, according to the US Department of Justice, the authors Marshal and Deborah write. Marie's situation may need further procedures depending on the authenticity of the report

In Marie's instance, as in all others, a social worker must be informed of the identified client and the providers with whom they are working. One must make ethical choices in order to recognize and resolve it. There are just a few steps involved in making an ethical decision in this situation. When working with families, it is critical that we familiarize ourselves with and adhere to the NASW code of ethics in order to make an accurate assessment and make an informed decision about our approach. One of the fundamental concepts of the code of ethics is service. The primary goal of a social worker, according to socialworkers.org, is to provide assistance to individuals in need and to address social concerns in society. Social workers aid their clients in achieving their goals and getting to where they want to be, even if it isn't where they think they should be. It is crucial for families to have a say in where they want to travel. If our identified client Marie does not feel the need to be placed in a group home, we will instead work with her and her family to find a solution that works best for her and her family. Having a nurse come to the house a few times a week might be an option for Marie. Alternatively, she could live with a roommate who can aid her. Another virtue is the importance of human connections. It's critical to collaborate with the family, even if there's tension and there's a possibility Lisa's stealing, if only to keep the family together in the first place. Families tend to lose sight of the value of their extended networks. If arguments are handled incorrectly, they may develop to resentments that last a lifetime.

Social professionals are, after all, simply humans. Limiting and managing one's own biases takes years of practice. If a client is having a hard time seeing the good in oneself, it may be difficult not to urge them to see the bad. Consider all the advice, resume-building chances and programs that may help them become more self-motivated. My thoughts will start to race It is frequently necessary for me to take a step back and appreciate the importance of family voice and choice in order to better understand my client's needs. I keep my ideals in check by reminding myself that the client is the expert on themselves, and that notion must come from them or it will fail. Afterwards, I vow myself that I'll do everything in my power to make sure they get there and receive as much encouragement as possible, no matter what they decide.

References

(n.d.). Retrieved July 21, 2019, from https://www.naswma.org/page/100/Essential-Steps-for- Ethical-Problem-Solving.htm

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Marshall, K. A., & Hale, D. (n.d.). Elder Abuse. doi:10.1097

Toseland, R. W. (2018). An introduction to group work practice. Vancouver, B.C.: Langara College.