Question

A 35-year-old Cree woman living on-reserve has type 2 diabetes diagnosed 5 years ago. Her HbA1c is 9.0% despite metformin and basal insulin. She reports difficulty accessing healthy food and limited transport to clinic. Which statement best reflects a culturally safe, CanMEDS-aligned approach?

Accepted Answer

Explore barriers including food insecurity and transport, involve community health workers, and adapt her care plan collaboratively

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Emphasise non-adherence and threaten to discharge her from care

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Insist she move to an urban centre to receive proper care

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Increase insulin dose without discussing her social context

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Provide written instructions only and schedule review in 1 year

Practice question

A 35-year-old Cree woman living on-reserve has type 2 diabetes diagnosed 5 years ago. Her HbA1c is 9.0% despite metformin and basal insulin. She reports difficulty accessing healthy food and limited transport to clinic. Which statement best reflects a culturally safe, CanMEDS-aligned approach?