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RunningHead: ETHICS AND ANTI-OPPRESSIVE PRACTICE 1 ETHICS AND ANTI-OPPRESSIVE PRACTICE Elisa Clayton Master of Social Work, Walden University SOCW 6205: Medical Social Work II Yvonne Elder Chase, PhD, MSW, LCSW, ACSW December 24, 2023

ETHICS AND ANTI-OPPRESSIVE PRACTICE 2 Formal healthcare system contribution to the oppression of modern clients The formal healthcare system may have contributed to the oppression experienced by the patient in this case in several ways. Firstly, the system's focus on immediate medical interventions and adherence to rigid protocols may have disregarded Robert's circumstances and priorities. The dental clinic's insistence on him going to the emergency department without considering his need to pick up his son from school demonstrates a lack of understanding and flexibility toward his responsibilities as a parent. Additionally, the lack of culturally competent care, as evidenced by Robert's skepticism towards the older white social worker, may have made him feel marginalized and unheard within the healthcare system. Cultural humility and application of anti-oppressive practice In this case, the social worker showed cultural humility and application of anti- oppressive practice by acknowledging and respecting Robert's skepticism towards him as an older white man. The social worker recognized the power dynamics and understood trust needed to be built. He communicated openly and non-judgmentally, offering information and support without imposing his beliefs or strategies. This approach made Robert feel heard and empowered in making decisions about his health. Advocate for the patient and others in similar situations as a medical social worker An additional way to advocate for the patient and others in similar situations as a medical social worker would be to address the systemic barriers and inequities contributing to their challenges. This could involve collaborating with community organizations and policymakers to advocate for affordable and accessible healthcare options, including coverage for smoking cessation medications like Chantix. It would also be essential to advocate for comprehensive support services, such as counseling and addiction treatment, to address the underlying factors contributing to Robert's tobacco and alcohol use.

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