Question
Question 13 (1 point) Daniel, gives his social worker an expensive gemstone ring for her birthday.Refusing to accept the gift may damage the rapport the social worker has built with Daniel over many years;it may leave him feeling personally rejected. So, Daniel can keep the ring without letting anyone know about it. Disgree Agree
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Lina
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Answer
Disagree.While the concern about damaging rapport is valid, accepting such a valuable gift is unethical and potentially harmful to the professional relationship. It creates a conflict of interest and could be misconstrued as accepting a bribe or favor. There are better ways to maintain rapport while upholding professional boundaries. The social worker should explain the reasons for not accepting the gift to Daniel in a kind and understanding manner, emphasizing the importance of their professional relationship and offering alternative ways to celebrate her birthday together, perhaps a card or a small, inexpensive token. Transparency with a supervisor is also crucial in these situations.