SWK205 Lesson 14 Assignment - Thomas is an 85-year-old

SWK205- SOCIAL WORK WITH THE ELDERLY

Lesson 14 Assignment

Thomas is an 85-year-old, Caucasian male who has been admitted to the hospital for the past two weeks related to his end-stage kidney disease. Thomas’ medical doctor has requested you as the Social Worker be present as he discusses the end-of-life planning with the patient and his family. Thomas has stated he no longer wishes to continue with dialysis though his family has tried to encourage him to continue as they don’t want him to die.

For this assignment, please complete a 1–2-page Assignment and discuss what information you would need to know about palliative and hospice care, as well as end-of-life issues in working with this patient and family. How would you support the patient and family during this time?

Approximately 1-2 pages and include high-quality writing. Please include a title page and double-check all spelling and grammar before submitting. Also, please make sure to cite all relevant information and include references as appropriate.

Lesson 14 Readings and Videos

Aging Well Text Chapter 5- https://library.oapen.org/handle/20.500.12657/23190

Long Term Care: The Role of the Social Worker in End-of-Life Care-  https://www.todaysgeriatricmedicine.com/archive/ND18p30.shtml

What are the Differences and Commonalities Between Hospice and Palliative Care-  https://www.vitas.com/hospice-and-palliative-care-basics/about-palliative-care/hospice-vs-palliative-care-whats-the-difference

A Day in the Life of a Hospice Social Worker-  https://www.vitas.com/hospice-and-palliative-care-basics/the-hospice-care-team/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-hospice-social-worker

The Distinct Role of a Hospice Social Worker-  https://www.hrrv.org/blog/the-distinct-role-of-a-hospice-social-worker/

Palliative Care and Hospice Care- https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-are-palliative-care-and-hospice-care