Challenges in Community Interpreting

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What organization developed the Interpreter’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice observed in Canada?

  • United States Department of Health and Human Services
  • National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)
  • Healthcare Interpretation Network (HIN) (correct)
  • National Standard Guide for Community Interpreting Services

Which interpreting services are NOT part of community interpreting in the United States?

  • Healthcare
  • Legal (correct)
  • Court
  • Educational

What is the primary purpose of community interpreting?

  • Providing entertainment services
  • Facilitating access to community services (correct)
  • Assisting with sports events
  • Offering transportation services

In which country is the scope of the interpreter’s role different in healthcare and educational settings?

<p>United States (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of community interpreting in Canada?

<p>Healthcare, legal, court, educational, immigration, and other social services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organization published the US National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for interpreters in Health Care?

<p>National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do community interpreters play?

<p>Enabling direct communication between service providers and non-English speaking clients (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What helps interpreters make decisions in unexpected situations?

<p>Ethical code of conduct (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the interpreter’s code of ethics?

<p>It slightly differs based on country and organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for interpreters to be aware of the ethical code of the country they work in?

<p>To act in accordance with the ethical standards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what field are interpreters reviewed the Canadian and US codes of ethics according to the text?

<p>Healthcare sector (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do interpreters sometimes face despite their knowledge and experience?

<p>Doubts, demotivation, and despair (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Who developed Canada's Interpreter's Code?

Healthcare Interpretation Network (HIN)

Which aren't community interpreting services in the US?

Legal interpreting services.

What is the primary purpose of community interpreting?

Facilitating access to community services.

Which country has role differences in healthcare and education?

United States.

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Main focus of Canadian community interpreting?

Healthcare, legal, court, education, immigration, and social services.

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Who published US ethics for healthcare interpreters?

National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC).

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What role do community interpreters play?

Enabling direct communication between service providers and non-English speaking clients.

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What helps in unexpected situations?

Ethical code of conduct.

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Key aspect of the interpreter's code of ethics?

It slightly differs based on country and organization.

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Why ethical awareness is important?

To act in accordance with ethical standards.

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Where are Canadian and US codes reviewed?

Healthcare sector.

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What do interpreters sometimes face?

Doubts, demotivation, and despair.

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