When using an interpreter to facilitate an interview, where should the interpreter be positioned?
A) Behind you, the examiner, so that the lips of the patient and the patient's nonverbal cues can be seen
B) Next to the patient, so the examiner can maintain eye contact and observe the nonverbal cues of the patient
C) Between you and the patient so all parties can make the necessary observations
D) In a corner of the room so as to provide minimal distraction to the interview
B) Next to the patient, so the examiner can maintain eye contact and observe the nonverbal cues of the patient
Interpreters are invaluable in encounters where the examiner and patient do not speak the same language, including encounters with the deaf. It should be noted that deaf people from different regions of the world use different sign languages. The priority is for you to have a good view of the patient. Remember to use short, simple phrases while speaking directly to the patient and ask the patient to repeat back what he or she understands.
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