Question

14. Winston is a 61-year-old male who worked in a sheltered workshop for 19 years and then got a job stocking shelves at Walgreen's for 15 years. He recently retired due to worsening arthritis in his hands. Winston tells people that he is autistic, and he enjoys reciting lines from old James Bond movies and Bugs Bunny cartoons. He lives in a group home with three other men. They are planning a holiday meal for visiting family members. Mary Pat, a new DSP at his home, is writing down what the four men are suggesting for the menu. Winston suggests having french fries and pickles for an appetizer. Mary Pat laughs loudly and then sweetly replies, "Oh Winston, how cute, but I'm not even writing that down!" She rolls her eyes and shakes her head at Junwoo, an experienced DSP. How should Junwoo respond?

Laugh along with Mary Pat and shake her head, too.
Tell Winston that he is as bad as her 6-year-old child.
Order Winston and the other men to be realistic.
Politely remind Mary Pat (while the men are also listening) that this is up to the men. Instruct her to write it down so that the men can consider all of the suggestions when they are ready to vote on what to have.

Answer 1

Junwoo should politely remind Mary Pat to respect Winston's menu suggestion of french fries and pickles and instruct her to write it down, ensuring an inclusive and respectful decision-making process for the holiday meal.

Step-by-step explanation:

Junwoo, the experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) in the scenario, should handle the situation with professionalism and respect towards Winston's suggestion for the holiday meal. It is important to create an inclusive atmosphere for residents in group homes, especially when it involves personal choices such as meal planning. The appropriate response for Junwoo would be to politely remind Mary Pat that the residents' preferences are important and should be respected. Junwoo should instruct her to write down Winston's suggestion of french fries and pickles for an appetizer so that it can be considered alongside the other suggestions when it's time to vote on the menu. This approach not only acknowledges Winston in a way that validates his participation, but it also sets a positive example for Mary Pat on how to treat residents with dignity.

Answer 2

The correct answer is D.