Question

A 35-year-old First Nations woman with type 2 diabetes living on-reserve has poor glycaemic control (HbA1c 9.5%) and limited access to fresh food and transportation. She feels judged in previous healthcare encounters. Which action best reflects culturally safe, effective diabetes care?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge systemic barriers, explore her priorities and co-create a management plan with community support services

Answer

Insist she must "just follow the diet" and increase insulin without further discussion

Answer

Discharge her from the practice for non-adherence

Answer

Provide generic printed diet sheets only

Answer

Avoid discussing complications to prevent worry

Practice question

A 35-year-old First Nations woman with type 2 diabetes living on-reserve has poor glycaemic control (HbA1c 9.5%) and limited access to fresh food and transportation. She feels judged in previous healthcare encounters. Which action best reflects culturally safe, effective diabetes care?