An unidentified patient was injured in a hit-and-run accident and was conscious.When asked how he felt,the patient looked very confused and responded in a language the nurse did not recognize.Which action should the nurse take next?
A) Look closely at the person,try to determine the patient's ethnic background,and then seek someone fluent in his language
B) Report the language barrier to administration,and let them handle the problem
C) Tell the unit supervisor so various translators can be brought to the floor until the language is recognized and communication can be established
D) Use gestures and pantomime until the nurse is able to determine what language the patient is speaking
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