Communication Barriers in Interpreting
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What should a professional interpreter aim to match with the patient?

  • Socioeconomic status, political affiliation, and occupation
  • Family structure, marital status, and geographic location
  • Gender, age, social status, and religion (correct)
  • Ethnic background, educational level, and dialect

    • In addition to interpreting language, what else should an interpreter provide information about?

  • The patient's medical history and current medications
  • Local transportation options and nearby accommodation
  • Nonverbal communication patterns and cultural norms (correct)
  • The healthcare provider's qualifications and experience

    • What role does the interpreter play in interpreting culture?

  • Cultural broker, interpreting both language and culture (correct)
  • Educator, teaching the healthcare provider about the culture
  • Mediator, facilitating understanding between cultures
  • Advocate, representing the patient's cultural interests

    • Why should interpreters not be relatives or friends of the patient?

    <p>The stigma may prevent the openness needed during the encounter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to reluctance in seeking help for mental illness in certain cultural groups?

    <p>Shame and stigma associated with mental illness in the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

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