If the patient does not speak English, and you enlist the help of someone other than the patient to explain the blood draw procedure in the patient's native language, you must have the patient's permission because _________

a. the patient's confidential medical information may be disclosed.
b. you cannot verify that the translation is accurate
c. you can explain the procedure better by speaking slowly and showing examples.
d. the patient may not want an explanation at all


a

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