Question

A 40-year-old First Nations woman with obesity and family history of diabetes asks about screening. According to evidence on diabetes in Indigenous populations and Canadian recommendations, what is the most appropriate approach?

Accepted Answer

Recognise her higher risk and offer earlier and more frequent diabetes screening with culturally appropriate counselling

Answer

Screen only if she develops symptoms of hyperglycaemia

Answer

Use the same age threshold as for low-risk non-Indigenous population without considering earlier screening

Answer

Avoid screening to prevent labelling and stigma

Answer

Screen only if her BMI exceeds 40 kg/m²

Practice question

A 40-year-old First Nations woman with obesity and family history of diabetes asks about screening. According to evidence on diabetes in Indigenous populations and Canadian recommendations, what is the most appropriate approach?