ALTA interpretation training Exam
Questions with Complete Answers
Poverty and educational levels can cause disparities in healthcare - Answer-true
Acculturation and assimilation are terms that have the same meaning - Answer-false
Title VI states that patients must pay for their own interpreter - Answer-false
Nursing homes are not required to provide language access to non-English speaking residents
due to Medicare regulations - Answer-false
Refugees are: - Answer-Unable or unwilling to return to their country due to persecution or a
well-founded fear of persecution
An untrained interpreter may make the following mistake: - Answer-All of the above: Omitting
information that was said by the provider. Adding information that was not said by the provider
Inserting personal opinion when relaying information
Match the correct prefix or suffix with its meaning: - Answer-itis = inflammation
cholecyst = gallbladder
tachy = rapid, fast
ectomy = removal of
Match the terms in Column A with the definition in Column B: - Answer-stroke = caused by the
interruption of blood supply to the brain.
end stage renal disease: also referred to as kidney failure.
aneurysm = a weakening or bulging in the artery wall.
_______________ is an independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies
healthcare organizations and programs in the US - Answer-The Joint Commission
, Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act: - Answer-Prohibits the use of family members, friends,
children, and untrained bilingual staff from acting as interpreters
When choosing where to position themselves during an interpretation session, the interpreter
must keep in mind the goal of supporting the relationship between the patient and provider. -
Answer-true
It is appropriate to reflect the tone of the patient or provider. - Answer-True
Using the first person voice is the standard form of interpreting. - Answer-true
The interpreter should provide his/her own opinion about the patient's case if asked, in order to
help the patient make the right decision. - Answer-false
Confidentiality means not sharing information learned during a medical encounter about a
patient with individuals outside of the medical team. - Answer-true
Always assume that most people prefer to be called by their first names. They will let you know
if you need to be more formal. - Answer-false
The Code of Ethics and The Standards of Practice achieves the following: - Answer-All of the
above:
- Ensure consistency
- Ensure that trained interpreters remain neutral & transparent
- Establish trust btw patient & provider
A pre-session should be used to: - Answer-Assure all parties that you will manage the
communication ethically and professionally
A patient's register refers to: - Answer-The level of formality in the patient's speech
Questions with Complete Answers
Poverty and educational levels can cause disparities in healthcare - Answer-true
Acculturation and assimilation are terms that have the same meaning - Answer-false
Title VI states that patients must pay for their own interpreter - Answer-false
Nursing homes are not required to provide language access to non-English speaking residents
due to Medicare regulations - Answer-false
Refugees are: - Answer-Unable or unwilling to return to their country due to persecution or a
well-founded fear of persecution
An untrained interpreter may make the following mistake: - Answer-All of the above: Omitting
information that was said by the provider. Adding information that was not said by the provider
Inserting personal opinion when relaying information
Match the correct prefix or suffix with its meaning: - Answer-itis = inflammation
cholecyst = gallbladder
tachy = rapid, fast
ectomy = removal of
Match the terms in Column A with the definition in Column B: - Answer-stroke = caused by the
interruption of blood supply to the brain.
end stage renal disease: also referred to as kidney failure.
aneurysm = a weakening or bulging in the artery wall.
_______________ is an independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies
healthcare organizations and programs in the US - Answer-The Joint Commission
, Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act: - Answer-Prohibits the use of family members, friends,
children, and untrained bilingual staff from acting as interpreters
When choosing where to position themselves during an interpretation session, the interpreter
must keep in mind the goal of supporting the relationship between the patient and provider. -
Answer-true
It is appropriate to reflect the tone of the patient or provider. - Answer-True
Using the first person voice is the standard form of interpreting. - Answer-true
The interpreter should provide his/her own opinion about the patient's case if asked, in order to
help the patient make the right decision. - Answer-false
Confidentiality means not sharing information learned during a medical encounter about a
patient with individuals outside of the medical team. - Answer-true
Always assume that most people prefer to be called by their first names. They will let you know
if you need to be more formal. - Answer-false
The Code of Ethics and The Standards of Practice achieves the following: - Answer-All of the
above:
- Ensure consistency
- Ensure that trained interpreters remain neutral & transparent
- Establish trust btw patient & provider
A pre-session should be used to: - Answer-Assure all parties that you will manage the
communication ethically and professionally
A patient's register refers to: - Answer-The level of formality in the patient's speech
