Question

A 50-year-old Inuit man with type 2 diabetes and dyslipidaemia lives in a fly-in community with limited access to fresh food and recreation facilities. He struggles to follow lifestyle advice. Which action best reflects the Health Advocate CanMEDS role in addressing his cardiovascular risk?

Accepted Answer

Work with local community leaders and public health to improve access to healthy food and culturally appropriate exercise programmes

Answer

Repeat standard diet advice at each visit without further action

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Blame the patient for non-adherence

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Discharge him from the practice for poor compliance

Answer

Avoid discussing lifestyle because systemic barriers exist

Practice question

A 50-year-old Inuit man with type 2 diabetes and dyslipidaemia lives in a fly-in community with limited access to fresh food and recreation facilities. He struggles to follow lifestyle advice. Which action best reflects the Health Advocate CanMEDS role in addressing his cardiovascular risk?