ASWB Social Work Clinical

Category - Ethics

A clinical social worker’s client is hospitalized with a serious heart condition. The client will require an in-home nurse after she is discharged. However, the client is currently incapacitated and unable to make arrangements for her own care. How should the professional get the proper paperwork and consent forms signed?
  1. Have a doctor sign them
  2. Court order
  3. Appropriate third party
  4. Administrative signature
Explanation
- A client’s best interest should always be of utmost importance. Clinical social workers can seek out a third party if they act in a manner consistent with the client’s wishes. Attempt to inform the client to the best of their understanding.
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