Question

A 38-year-old Métis man with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and hypertension presents with depressive symptoms, hopelessness about his health, and passive thoughts that his family would be better off without him. He denies active suicidal intent or plan. Which response best aligns with CanMEDS roles and Indigenous mental health guidance?

Accepted Answer

Screen for suicide risk, validate his feelings, explore culturally relevant supports (such as Elders), and arrange close follow-up

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Minimise his concerns and focus only on medication adherence

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Immediately call police to detain him under mental health legislation

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Ignore cultural factors and treat him as any other patient

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Advise him to ''cheer up'' and not think negatively

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