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Which of the following is the nurse's responsibility when speaking with an interpreter?
Which of the following is the nurse's responsibility when speaking with an interpreter?
- Avoid addressing the client directly and only communicate with the interpreter.
- Encourage translation through family members for a more comfortable conversation.
- Ensure the interpreter clarifies any doubts about translation accuracy. (correct)
- Provide personal advice to the interpreter for better understanding.
Which technique should the nurse use to effectively communicate with a non-English speaking client through an interpreter?
Which technique should the nurse use to effectively communicate with a non-English speaking client through an interpreter?
- Speak slowly and pause after 1-2 sentences for translation. (correct)
- Pre-conference with the interpreter is not necessary.
- Use medical terminology to ensure accurate translation.
- Speak in long, complex sentences to convey detailed information.
When choosing an interpreter for a client, what factor should the nurse consider?
When choosing an interpreter for a client, what factor should the nurse consider?
- Professional qualifications of the interpreter. (correct)
- Preferred age and gender of the interpreter.
- Availability of family members for translation.
- Preferred age and gender of the nurse.
Which approach should a nurse take when translating for a non-English speaking client?
Which approach should a nurse take when translating for a non-English speaking client?
What should a nurse do to ensure accurate translation during a consent process?
What should a nurse do to ensure accurate translation during a consent process?
When should a nurse avoid using family members as interpreters?
When should a nurse avoid using family members as interpreters?
How should a nurse communicate with an interpreter?
How should a nurse communicate with an interpreter?