A Bedridden, but Intellectually Competent Elderly Woman Is Living Alone

Multiple Choice

A bedridden, but intellectually competent elderly woman is living alone in an apartment in a large city. Because she is not able to leave her bed on her own, she is often forced the lay in her own waste for a couple of days. A BSW social worker insists that the woman be admitted to a nursing home, but the client refuses. What is the major social work value that is the centerpiece of this scenario?

A) knowing what is in the best interests for the client
B) dual relationships
C) the right to self-determination
D) knowledge of community standards for local nursing homes