A 17-year-old Indigenous youth presents to the emergency department with suicidal ideation and a recent overdose. He reports experiences of racism at ...

Question

A 17-year-old Indigenous youth presents to the emergency department with suicidal ideation and a recent overdose. He reports experiences of racism at school and mistrust of health services. Which action best reflects CanMEDS Communicator and Health Advocate roles while aligning with CPS mental health guidance?

Accepted Answer

Undertake a comprehensive suicide risk assessment, involve family and, with his consent, connect him with culturally grounded Indigenous mental health supports

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Discharge him with a crisis hotline number only

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Conduct a brief assessment and refer him back to school counselling

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Avoid discussing his experiences of racism to prevent discomfort

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Insist that traditional healers not be involved in his care

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Suicide risk in Indigenous youth