While working in an ambulatory care clinic, a Hispanic client who speaks limited English seeks care. When preparing to provide the discharge instructions to the client, what are the responsibilities of the nurse?
1. The nurse is required to provide the client with an English-to-Spanish translation dictionary.
2. The nurse should provide instructions written in English along with the contact number for a translator.
3. The nurse has the responsibility to seek all available resources to provide information the client will understand.
4. The nurse is expected to provide a translator fluent in the client's primary language.
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Rationale 1: Providing a translation dictionary does not ensure the client has adequate information to understand the plan of care.
Rationale 2: The types of resources available will vary depending upon the geographical area of the clinic as well as the language spoken and understood by the client. Translator availability will vary.
Rationale 3: The nurse has the responsibility to seek available resources to ensure the client understands the care and treatment being provided.
Rationale 4: The types of resources available will vary depending upon the geographical area of the clinic as well as the language spoken and understood by the client.
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