Question

A 28-year-old Cree woman presents to an urban emergency department complaining that she is tired of being labelled as "drug-seeking". She reports not being listened to when describing her pain. You suspect appendicitis and arrange appropriate investigations. Which additional action best aligns with culturally safe care?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge her experience, apologise for prior negative encounters and involve her in shared decision-making

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Avoid discussing racism because it may make her uncomfortable

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Ask security to remain in the room due to her expressed anger

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Speak only to accompanying family members rather than the patient

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Ignore her concerns and focus solely on biomedical issues

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