End-of-Life Issues in Gerontology: Ethical Considerations and Practices

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This exam assesses ethical considerations in end-of-life care for older adults, focusing on frameworks guiding social work practice.

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Exam Details

Duration: 50 minutes

Prerequisites: Ethics in Social Work, Advanced Gerontology, Health Policy Analysis

Key Topics

  • Informed Consent
  • Advance Directives
  • Palliative Care
  • Hospice Services
  • Ethical Decision-Making

Learning Outcomes

  • Evaluate Ethical Dilemmas
  • Propose Care Frameworks
  • Articulate Informed Consent Standards

Full Description

This exam addresses ethical considerations surrounding end-of-life care for older adults, emphasizing frameworks guiding social work practice.

End-of-life issues are increasingly relevant in today's aging population, necessitating informed and compassionate responses from social work professionals.

Students will articulate ethical dilemmas, explore various end-of-life care practices, and propose frameworks for decision-making.

Awareness of existing ethical guidelines and their application will be crucial for exam success.

Sample Questions

  • What role does informed consent play in end-of-life decision-making for older adults?
  • How can social workers support families in facing ethical dilemmas at the end of life?

Field: Social Sciences

Subfield: Social Work

Specialization: Gerontology

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