A clinic nurse assesses a client who has limited English-speaking ability. The child interprets for the client. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Obtain a professional interpreter.
B) Talk directly to the interpreter.
C) Teach the family member the appropriate medical terminology.
D) Use the family member as a source for improving cultural competence.
Ans: A
A professional medical interpreter is preferred. The use of a child can influence the client's answers to questions. When using an interpreter, speak directly to the client.
You might also like to view...
Only a physician can prescribe drugs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The nurse is teaching a client who is receiving carbamazepine (Tegretol) for chronic trigeminal neuralgia. Which statement indicates that the client correctly understands the teaching?
a. "This drug will prevent seizures, which can occur because of trigeminal disease." b. "I expect to have surgery soon, so I can stop taking this drug now." c. "This medication is very successful in re-lieving pain. I am glad to be taking it." d. "I will avoid drinking alcohol because it can add to the side effects of this medi-cine."
The nurse is preparing a care plan for a patient with a nursing diagnosis of Disturbed Sensory Perception. Which of the following would be appropriate goals for this diagnosis? Select all that apply
A) The patient will demonstrate an understanding of contributing factors to disturbed sensory perceptions by reducing or eliminating them during the hospital stay. B) The patient will not fall during the hospital stay. C) The patient will develop an effective communication mechanism during the hospital stay. D) The nurse will use a communication board when speaking with the patient. E) The nurse will assist the patient with ADLs as needed during the hospital stay.
The nurse's neighbor has a severe sunburn and cannot sleep. What is the best advice by the nurse?
1. "Apply emollients to keep the skin moist until it heals." 2. "Call your physician for a prescription for pain medication." 3. "Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil) for pain." 4. "Apply a local anesthetic to the area that is sunburned."