Which person would be the best choice as an interpreter for a non-English-speaking patient?
1. A hospital-provided interpreter
2. The patient's daughter who is bilingual
3. The patient's neighbor who is bilingual
4. A hospital housekeeper who is bilingual
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Rationale: The best choice of interpreter is one who is hospital-supplied for that purpose. Many of the common problems associated with using interpreters can be avoided by using a hospital-supplied person.
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