A patient and family have the nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication secondary to a language barrier.What action by the patient/family would best indicate that short-term goals for this diagnosis have been met?

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For a language barrier,using a professional interpreter is not only the best way to manage communication,it is also legally required.The best short-term goal for the patient and family is to obtain understanding of the patient's illness and treatment and state,through the interpreter,that this is the case.Communicating long-term desires is a better long-term outcome for this diagnosis.Nodding the head and saying "yes" do not always indicate agreement,understanding,or approval.In some cultures this behavior signifies respect.Understanding the differences in nonverbal communication between cultures is not an appropriate short-term goal.

A Patient and Family Have the Nursing Diagnosis of Impaired