Question

A 16-year-old First Nations boy presents after a suicide attempt by overdose. He reports long-standing bullying, intergenerational trauma, and recent loss of a family member. Which of the following best reflects a trauma-informed, culturally safe initial response?

Accepted Answer

Engage him and his family with permission, acknowledge historical and community trauma, ensure safety, and involve Indigenous mental health supports where available

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Focus solely on the overdose and ignore psychosocial context

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Immediately involve police to deter future attempts

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Discharge quickly to avoid re-traumatising him in hospital

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Question his credibility because these events are common

Practice question

A 16-year-old First Nations boy presents after a suicide attempt by overdose. He reports long-standing bullying, intergenerational trauma, and recent loss of a family member. Which of the following best reflects a trauma-informed, culturally safe initial response?