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A male interpreter has been assigned to interpret for a mother and child
instructional class that is required for all first-time mothers. The interpreter
notices that one young woman is not interacting with the instructor.
Additionally, the mother is blushing and looking down. The interpreter
believes that he may be the cause of the mother's discomfort since in some
cultures it is shameful for women to talk about female hygiene in the
presence of men. The interpreter knows that a female colleague is the
dedicated emergency interpreter that day and considers calling her
regarding this assignment.
What led the interpreter to suspect that his presence was making the
patient uncomfortable? – ANS The patient was sending non-verbal cues.
A male interpreter has been assigned to interpret for a mother and child
instructional class that is required for all first-time mothers. The interpreter
notices that one young woman is not interacting with the instructor.
Additionally, the mother is blushing and looking down. The interpreter
believes that he may be the cause of the mother's discomfort since in some
cultures it is shameful for women to talk about female hygiene in the
presence of men. The interpreter knows that a female colleague is the
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, dedicated emergency interpreter that day and considers calling her
regarding this assignment.
Why is it important that the emergency interpreter for the day is female? -
ANSFemale interpreter can replace male interpreter for this encounter
After a healthcare appointment, the patient has a question about getting
medical insurance. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the
interpreter to take? - ANSRefer the patient to the hospital's Social Work or
Financial Services Department.
An interpreter has just lost a close family member to suicide. A patient
arrives in the emergency room after surviving an attempted suicide. The
interpreter begins to feel emotionally overwhelmed during the
interpretation. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to
take? - ANSDisqualify himself from the encounter.
An interpreter is working with a new provider. What should the interpreter
FIRST address with the provider prior to the start of the encounter? -
ANSInform the provider that everything said will be interpreted.
Arrhythmia is an indication that which of the following body systems is
functioning abnormally? - ANScardiovascular system
black? - ANSbomb threat
common cardiovascular diseases - ANSAtherosclerosis
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