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Social Work Case Study: A 17-Month-Old Client

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Client is a 17-month-old girl who is having mobility problems. Kim is only able to roll supine to prone and prone to supine. Client is also having difficulties with speech, the only way she can communicate is by grunting. Client is also unable to sit without assistance and needs support to maintain a seated position. Client is having difficulties bringing her hand to mouth accurately while finger feeding herself. Only one of her mother’s goes out to work and the other one stays at home taking care of Kim. Client’s moms are very involved and willing to do anything required to help her. Client lives in a single-story home. Client’s moms goals are that Kim is more independent on communication, sitting and
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