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CoreCHI Exam Prep Questions and Answers
Question 1
How many ethical principles are in the Code of Ethics?
Correct Answer
9
Question 2
What is the three step process developed by the NCIHC to standardize health care
interpretation?
Correct Answer
Code of Ethics, Standard of Practice, National Certification
Question 3
What committee created the NCIHC Code of Ethics?
Correct Answer
STC (Standards, Training and Certification Committee)
Question 4
When was the final Code of Ethics publicized?
Correct Answer
2004
Question 5
The term ethic derives from the Greek word ethos, meaning
Correct Answer
moral custom
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Question 6
Definition of Code of Ethics
Correct Answer
It provides guidelines for making judgments about what is acceptable and desirable
behavior in a given context or in a particular relationship
Question 7
The Core Values of the Code of Ethics
Correct Answer
beneficence, fidelity, cultural respect
Question 8
Core Value #1: Beneficence
Correct Answer
health and well-being of the patient (and her/his family system of supports) to do
no harm
Question 9
Core Value #2: Fidelity
Correct Answer
remain faithful to the original message: without adding to, omitting from, or
distorting the original message.
Question 10
Core Value #3: Cultural Respect
Correct Answer
1. Knowing the words & Understanding the culturally-based meanings and contexts;
2. Being aware of different cultural perspectives that can lead to critical
misunderstandings and miscommunication.
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Question 11
Principle #1: Confidentiality
Correct Answer
1. Transparency (interpret EVERYTHING said)
2. Privacy (interpreter should encourage pt to share info with the provider on their
own, but interpreter should only share with the treatment team if there is abuse or
potential harm).
Question 12
Principle #2: Accuracy
Correct Answer
1. Accuracy (message, tone, body language, gestures) (do not OMIT, CHANGE, or
ADD)
2. No Judgement (Interpreters should not make judgments as to what is relevant,
important, or acceptable)
3. Withdrawal (Interpreter should recuse themselves if found unable to perform
their role)
4. Cultural Barriers (interpreters should assist in uncovering the hidden assumptions
or unstated propositions in the message in order to arrive at a mutual
understanding of the meaning.)
Question 13
Scenario: Offensive Remarks
Correct Answer
Interpreter should interpret everything. However, another option is:
1. Interpreter speaks in their own voice to alert the speaker to the possible negative
effects of the remarks,
2. Remind the speaker that the interpreter is obligated to convey everything that is
said, and
3. Then allow the speaker to reframe or rephrase their remarks if they wish to.
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CoreCHI Exam Prep Questions and Answers
Question 1
How many ethical principles are in the Code of Ethics?
Correct Answer
9
Question 2
What is the three step process developed by the NCIHC to standardize health care
interpretation?
Correct Answer
Code of Ethics, Standard of Practice, National Certification
Question 3
What committee created the NCIHC Code of Ethics?
Correct Answer
STC (Standards, Training and Certification Committee)
Question 4
When was the final Code of Ethics publicized?
Correct Answer
2004
Question 5
The term ethic derives from the Greek word ethos, meaning
Correct Answer
moral custom
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Question 6
Definition of Code of Ethics
Correct Answer
It provides guidelines for making judgments about what is acceptable and desirable
behavior in a given context or in a particular relationship
Question 7
The Core Values of the Code of Ethics
Correct Answer
beneficence, fidelity, cultural respect
Question 8
Core Value #1: Beneficence
Correct Answer
health and well-being of the patient (and her/his family system of supports) to do
no harm
Question 9
Core Value #2: Fidelity
Correct Answer
remain faithful to the original message: without adding to, omitting from, or
distorting the original message.
Question 10
Core Value #3: Cultural Respect
Correct Answer
1. Knowing the words & Understanding the culturally-based meanings and contexts;
2. Being aware of different cultural perspectives that can lead to critical
misunderstandings and miscommunication.
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Question 11
Principle #1: Confidentiality
Correct Answer
1. Transparency (interpret EVERYTHING said)
2. Privacy (interpreter should encourage pt to share info with the provider on their
own, but interpreter should only share with the treatment team if there is abuse or
potential harm).
Question 12
Principle #2: Accuracy
Correct Answer
1. Accuracy (message, tone, body language, gestures) (do not OMIT, CHANGE, or
ADD)
2. No Judgement (Interpreters should not make judgments as to what is relevant,
important, or acceptable)
3. Withdrawal (Interpreter should recuse themselves if found unable to perform
their role)
4. Cultural Barriers (interpreters should assist in uncovering the hidden assumptions
or unstated propositions in the message in order to arrive at a mutual
understanding of the meaning.)
Question 13
Scenario: Offensive Remarks
Correct Answer
Interpreter should interpret everything. However, another option is:
1. Interpreter speaks in their own voice to alert the speaker to the possible negative
effects of the remarks,
2. Remind the speaker that the interpreter is obligated to convey everything that is
said, and
3. Then allow the speaker to reframe or rephrase their remarks if they wish to.
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