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(2 marks)
Ans Feelings might include:

● Concern: For Mrs. Green’s safety and well-being.


● Frustration: At being dismissed by the daughter.
● Empathy: For Mrs. Green’s helplessness and anxiety.
● Anger or Sadness: Over the daughter’s harsh treatment and control.

Helpful feelings: Concern and empathy can motivate action to ensure Mrs.
Green’s safety.
Unhelpful feelings: Frustration or anger might lead to unprofessional
responses, hindering resolution.

2. List three behaviors of Mrs. Green’s that indicate she may be abused. (3
marks)
a. Her visible anxiety and reluctance to express needs.
b. The harsh treatment she endures from her daughter.
c. Her helpless demeanor and unwillingness to challenge her daughter’s
decisions.

3. In this situation, describe how power is being exerted over another person. (2
marks)
The daughter exerts power by:

● Using harsh language to belittle Mrs. Green.


● Controlling her financial and caregiving decisions.
● Limiting Mrs. Green’s ability to seek external support.

4. What action is appropriate for the PSW to take in this situation? Why? (3
marks)
The PSW should:

● Report the situation to their supervisor or appropriate authority (e.g.,


elder abuse hotline or social services).
● Document the incident accurately and objectively.
This ensures Mrs. Green’s safety and that her needs are assessed and met
without direct confrontation with the daughter.

CASE #2

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You have been assigned to assist Sarah, a new mother, care for her infant son.
The mother requires help as she has recently had a sprained ankle and wrist
fractures. Although she can get around, she cannot look after the infant and her
2-year-old daughter. Home care was ordered by Sarah’s doctor, despite the
family’s protests that they could manage on their own. You have been visiting
for two weeks.

Sarah is a quiet, painfully shy person. However, little by little, she has warmed
up to you. She smiles more often now, and seems very grateful for your visits.

Today, as you hand Sarah her son after his bath, you notice a large bruise on
Sarah’s upper arm. It is purplish and about 10 cm. (4 inches) in diameter. Sarah
notices that you have seen the bruise and says, “Oh, that— I hit the freezer door
last night.” You must look doubtful, as Sarah begins to cry. She tells you that
her husband grabbed her arm and twisted it last night. She begs you not to tell
anyone, saying that she would be embarrassed if anyone knew. “He’s a good
man,” she says of her husband, “I’d have nothing if it weren’t for him.”

1. Describe all the feelings that you (or other PSWs) might have in this situation.
Explain how they might be helpful or unhelpful in resolving the problem. (1
mark)
Feelings might include:

● Empathy: For Sarah’s pain and vulnerability.


● Concern: For her safety and well-being.
● Helplessness or Frustration: Over her reluctance to seek help.

Helpful feelings: Empathy and concern can guide gentle support and reporting
actions.
Unhelpful feelings: Frustration might create tension or hinder trust.

2. Identify three signs that indicate Sarah is abused. (3 marks)

a. The large, unexplained bruise on her arm.


b. Her tears and distress when questioned about the bruise.
c. Her description of her husband grabbing and twisting her arm.

3. Describe two ways in which Sarah is demonstrating denial. (2 marks)


a. Justifying the abuse by saying her husband is a “good man.”
b. Downplaying the situation and begging the PSW not to tell anyone.

4. What other emotion is Sarah displaying? (1 mark)


Fear: Fear of judgment, embarrassment, and potential repercussions from
her husband.

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5. What action is appropriate for the PSW to take in this situation? Why? (3
marks)
● Report the suspected abuse to a supervisor or the appropriate authority.
● Offer Sarah information about local support services (e.g., shelters,
counseling).
● Document the incident accurately.

This ensures Sarah’s safety and access to resources, while maintaining


confidentiality and professionalism.

CASE #3
You have been assigned to care for the Ross family. The family just had triplets:
three girls. The girls were premature, but they are now home after two months
in hospital. There are two older children in the family, Ray, age two, and Lori,
age five. Although maternal and paternal grandparents are all living, they reside
1600 km away and cannot visit to help.
The family seems to be loving and close-knit. The parents seem very happy with
the new additions— although they admit that the birth of three was very much a
surprise.
You have been with the family for two months and over that time have noticed a
change in Ray. He seems less able to run as steadily as he did before. As well,
he seems to be using more “baby-talk,” not speaking words as clearly as he once
did. He also seems to be more fearful.
Today is your day off. You find yourself in the Ross’ neighbourhood and decide
to say hello. As you go up to the door, you see Mrs. Ross violently shaking her
son. She is visibly upset and is speaking to him in a very angry voice.
1. Describe all the feelings that you (or other PSWs) might have in this situation.
Explain how they might be helpful or unhelpful in resolving the problem. (2
marks)
Feelings might include:

● Shock and concern: At witnessing the violent act.


● Empathy: For Ray and the overwhelmed mother.
● Sadness or frustration: About the family’s situation.

Helpful feelings: Concern and empathy can guide calm, constructive


intervention.

Unhelpful feelings: Shock or frustration might lead to overreaction or


unprofessional behavior.

2. Identify the possible reasons for the angry outburst in Mrs. Ross. (3 marks)
● Stress: From managing five children, including triplets.
● Sleep deprivation: Due to the demands of caring for premature infants.
● Overwhelm and lack of support: With no local family assistance.

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3. Identify two behaviours in Ray that indicate that he may be abused. (2 marks)
a. Regression in speech, using more “baby talk.”
b. Increased fearfulness and reduced physical coordination.

4. What action is appropriate for the PSW to take in this situation? Why? (3
marks)
● Intervene calmly and immediately: Offer to help Mrs. Ross take a
break and de-escalate the situation.
● Report the incident: Inform the supervisor or child welfare services
about the observed behavior and concerns.
● Document: Record the incident objectively.

This ensures the child’s safety and addresses the underlying issues, such
as parental stress, through appropriate channels.

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