The nurse is caring for a patient who is an immigrant from Bosnia. The patient speaks no English. Which of the following is the most effective way for the nurse to work with an interpreter?
a. Avoid use of pictures or gestures to clarify meaning of words.
b. Speak to the patient rather than to the inter-preter.
c. Use various interpreters for interactions with the patient to allow him to become familiar with many people.
d. Direct your conversation to the interpreter who will then translate the information to the patient.
B
When working with an interpreter, use an interpreter that is fluent in medical terminology. Speak to the patient rather than the interpreter. If possible, use the same interpreter for every interaction. The use of gestures and pictures should be done to clarify the meanings of words.
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