Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
A negative correlation between scores for depression and grades in school would mean that those who were higher than others on one of these variables would tend to be higher than others on the other variable.
Ans: F
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Which of the following statements is true of how progressives view the professional responsibility of social workers?
a. Social work should continue to push for greater client involvement in the planning and provision of services, more attention to the social control function of social welfare, and fundamental changes in social and economic structures. b. Social work should equip individuals, families, and communities to bear the responsibility for dealing with social problems. c. Social work should stress the necessity for broader governmental intervention, particularly on the federal level. d. None of the above
The report, Quantifying Environmental Health Impacts (2007), which described
mental health and behavioral risks that are linked globally to the environment, was authored by A. World Health Organization B. United Nations C. World Federation for Mental Health D. NASW
Could Mrs. Washington’s symptoms be related to medical causes or to her use of any substances?
DSM Diagnosis 294.10 Major Neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer’s disease, with behavioral disturbance, severe 310.0 Alzheimer’s disease Hypertension, lumbago, urinary retention, constipation Rationale The client’s NCD began approximately one year ago with a gradual decline in her cognitive functioning. The cognitive deficits consist of the following: memory impairment, impaired ability to carry out motor activities (getting in and out of bath) including fine motor activities (knitting); and disturbance in executive functioning as evidenced by disorganization and problems with sequencing. A medical factor does not seem to be a contributing influence for the dementia, although urinary retention may often lead to a urinary tract infection, which can cause delirium if left untreated over time. Mrs. Washington has become increasingly confused and exhibits aggression due to confusion, especially in the evening hours. Additional Information Required As discussed, Alzheimer’s disease needs to be diagnosed by a physician and medical examinations and tests are used to rule out other conditions that may account for Mrs. Washington’s symptoms. Treatment Mr. Washington was at the point where he was no longer able to cope with the demanding care of a person who suffers from dementia. The social work intern discussed options other than long-term care, such as behavioral strategies to control some of her symptoms mood and respite care. Mr. Washington was emphatic, however, that he was no longer able to attend to her care in his home. While his mother was in the hospital, the social work intern helped Mr. Washington find several facilities that would accommodate his mother for rehabilitation and later long term care. Long-term care also required an application for Medicaid, even though Medicare and a commercial insurance company covered Mrs. Washington. This was a challenge for Mr. Washington who never had to deal with the paperwork; his brother, who had recently moved out of state, assumed these tasks previously. Mr. Washington chose several facilities that would be able to accommodate his mother; he visited them and gave the social work intern a preference list. The social work intern performed the initial referrals. Physical and occupational therapy is another important aspect of the care with people who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. Physical and sensory stimulation activities are empirically validated as effective with those clients (Bharani & Snowden, 2005). Mrs. Washington started those therapies while in the hospital and they will continue after her discharge. Another aspect of the treatment plan for Mrs. Washington is medication. Mr. Washington reported that his mother takes medication for the symptoms of the dementia. She will be evaluated as a candidate for one of the cholinesterase inhibitors, which have been shown to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in some cases (Olsen, Poulsen, & Lublin, 2005). She may also be prescribed a low dose of an antipsychotic medication if her agitation continues to be an issue in her care and behavior. Because all of these drugs are associated with adverse effects in older adults, the client’s tolerance of them will be carefully monitored Critical Perspective Alzheimer’s disease is a serious, highly debilitating condition that is best treated when diagnosed early. Still, the absence of tests to positively determine the disorder makes the diagnosis difficult. In Mrs. Washington’s case it is possible that her symptoms may be due to some other organic cause that cannot be determined. For that reason it is important for assessment to be an ongoing process, by the medical and social services team, to insure that the client is being treated for the correct disorder. Because AD is a “rule in” diagnosis, there is always the possibility that it is an incorrect diagnosis, especially in the early stages.
Your agency scheduled an art auction during the same week as your agency's charity golf tournament. Although the golf tournament was a success, the art auction raised only 50% of what it raised a year earlier
This scenario most likely demonstrates which of the following fundraising pitfalls? a. Failing to have clear and measurable goals and objectives b. Failing to plan adequately c. Failing to effectively market the agency and its fundraising initiative. d. Failing to effectively time the fundraising initiatives