Which person is the best referral for a patient who speaks a foreign language?
a. A family member
b. A speech therapist
c. An interpreter
d. A mental health nurse specialist
ANS: C
Interpreters are often necessary for patients who speak a foreign language. A family member can lead to legal issues, speech therapists help patients with aphasia, and mental health nurse specialists help angry or highly anxious patients to communicate more effectively.
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