When teaching a client who speaks English as a second language, the appropriate nursing action is to:
1. Have a family member translate the information.
2. Find another nurse who speaks a little of the client's language.
3. Contact the facility's designated translator.
4. Use pictures and gestures to teach the client.
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Rationale 1: Including a family member in discussions can violate HIPAA.
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