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MAID Track 2 request — MCCQE Part 1 MCQ

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HardEthics & ProfessionalismMAID Track 2 requestMCCQE Part 1

A 59-year-old man with severe chronic neuropathic pain from spinal injury asks about MAID. His natural death is not reasonably foreseeable, he has capacity, and he says his suffering is intolerable despite multiple treatments. He is not in crisis today. What is the most appropriate ethical/legal action?

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Correct answer: C — Explore the request, assess eligibility and refer to an independent MAID assessor under Track 2 safeguards

Canadian MAID law includes Track 2 for eligible patients whose natural death is not reasonably foreseeable, with additional safeguards and independent assessments. The request should be explored without abandonment, and capacity must be assessed. A substitute decision-maker cannot request MAID for a patient.

Reference: Health Canada MAID legislation and annual reporting