Patient’s Refusal of Treatment
You have been referred the case of Carla Washburn, a 74-year-old woman, whose sister has called your agency on her behalf. Widowed twenty years ago, Ms. Washburn recently lost her 25-year-old grandson, whom she raised from childhood. Recently, she fell off a ladder at home and has been in great pain ever since. She refuses to see a doctor. As you delve into the case, you will see many levels to this problem. Can you help her?Visit http://routledgesw.com/washburn/home to review the information on the case and respond to the questions in the post. Be sure to read the posts of other students and respond to at least 2 other students. Your responses must reflect critical thinking and engagement in the content. Ask thoughtful questions and leave comments about your agreement or different viewpoint. Write a few sentences to answer each question.
Discussion Post 2 (Engage)
After reading the client’s history, concerns, and goals you should have several thoughts about the complexities of this case. Answer these questions.
- What reasons might the client have to not want services?
- What specific skills or techniques could you use to engage Ms. Washburn?
- Identify all those who could be a source of support for her? How could they support her?
Review the ecomap
- How would you interpret the flow of resources Ms. Washburn is connected to based on the map and the legend.