The "Client Self-Determination in End-of-Life Decisions" policy statement issued by the NASW Delegate Assembly stipulated:
A)Social workers should not deal with the issues surround end-of-life decisions.
B)It is inappropriate for social workers to participate in the act of assisted suicide when acting in their professional role.
C)If legally permissible,it is appropriate for a social worker to be present during an assisted suicide.
D)Social workers should coerce patients into an assisted suicide after a thorough assessment.

Question

The "Client Self-Determination in End-of-Life Decisions" policy statement issued by the NASW Delegate Assembly stipulated:​
A)Social workers should not deal with the issues surround end-of-life decisions.
B)It is inappropriate for social workers to participate in the act of assisted suicide when acting in their professional role.
C)If legally permissible,it is appropriate for a social worker to be present during an assisted suicide.
D)Social workers should coerce patients into an assisted suicide after a thorough assessment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The NASW Delegate Assembly's policy statement on "Client Self-Determination in End-of-Life Decisions" does not endorse or support assisted suicide by social workers, and it is considered inappropriate for social workers to participate in any act of assisted suicide when acting in their professional role. The policy emphasizes the importance of supporting clients' autonomous decision-making and providing information and resources to help clients make informed decisions about end-of-life care. It also highlights the need for social workers to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and respect their own and others' ethical and legal obligations. The policy statement does not advocate for coercion or taking sides in clients' end-of-life decisions.

The "Client Self-Determination in End-Of-Life Decisions" Policy Statement Issued by the NASW