Question

A 45-year-old Métis woman with poorly controlled diabetes and limited income presents with recurrent foot ulcers. She frequently misses appointments due to lack of transport. Which action best reflects the physician's CanMEDS Health Advocate role in addressing social determinants of health?

Accepted Answer

Explore barriers, connect her with community resources or patient transport programmes, and coordinate care closer to home when possible

Answer

Focus only on glycaemic control and ignore transport issues

Answer

Advise her to prioritise appointments regardless of cost

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Discharge her from the practice for non-attendance

Answer

Tell her to purchase a private vehicle

Practice question

A 45-year-old Métis woman with poorly controlled diabetes and limited income presents with recurrent foot ulcers. She frequently misses appointments due to lack of transport. Which action best reflects the physician's CanMEDS Health Advocate role in addressing social determinants of health?