Question

A 25-year-old Cree man presents to a rural nursing station with alcohol use disorder and depressive symptoms. He discloses experiences of intergenerational trauma and residential schools in his family. Which approach best reflects cultural safety and the Communicator/Health Advocate roles?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the impact of intergenerational trauma, ask permission to involve local Indigenous wellness services, and explore culturally relevant supports alongside evidence-based treatment

Answer

Focus solely on his drinking and avoid discussing colonial history

Answer

Advise that personal resilience alone should overcome historical issues

Answer

Refer him only to an urban specialist clinic without local collaboration

Answer

Tell him trauma discussion is outside the scope of medical care

Practice question

A 25-year-old Cree man presents to a rural nursing station with alcohol use disorder and depressive symptoms. He discloses experiences of intergenerational trauma and residential schools in his family. Which approach best reflects cultural safety and the Communicator/Health Advocate roles?