The nurse has obtained the services of an interpreter to assist with communicating with a child and parents who have a limited understanding of English. Which behaviors may impede the communication? Select all that apply
A) The nurse speaks to the interpreter, who then translates the information to the parents and child.
B) The nurse speaks with the parents and child, and then the interpreter translates the information to the parents and child.
C) The nurse limits the sessions with the interpreter to 1 hour.
D) The nurse stops talking every 45 to 60 seconds to allow the interpreter to catch up with the information provided.
E) The nurse avoids the use of slang in the exchange of information.
Ans: A, C, D
When using an interpreter the nurse should speak to the parents and child. Then the interpreter will translate the information to the family in their native language. This promotes the relationship between the nurse and family. Exchanges with the interpreter should be limited to 20 to 30 minutes. A one-hour time period would be tiring and counterproductive. The nurse should stop speaking about every 30 seconds to allow the interpreter to catch up. The remaining actions are appropriate.
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