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HMS, HAG EQ-Bank 57 MC

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples continue to experience health disparities compared to other Australians. What represents the most significant future opportunity for improving health outcomes for First Nations people?

  1. Expanding culturally safe healthcare services with increased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker employment
  2. Applying identical mainstream healthcare approaches without considering cultural differences
  3. Focusing solely on acute medical treatment rather than preventive health measures
  4. Centralising all Indigenous healthcare services in major metropolitan hospitals
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  • A is correct: Culturally safe services and Indigenous health worker expansion represent key future opportunities.

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  • B is incorrect: Cultural responsiveness essential for effective healthcare delivery to First Nations peoples.
  • C is incorrect: Prevention crucial for addressing health disparities and long-term outcomes.
  • D is incorrect: Centralisation reduces access and cultural appropriateness of healthcare services.