A Vietnamese patient who speaks little English is admitted to the labor and birth unit in early labor. The nurse plans to use an interpreter during an initial assessment. Which should the nurse plan to implement with regard to using an interpreter? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurse planning to use an interpreter should listen carefully to what the patient says.
The nurse should speak slowly and smile when appropriate. Ask the interpreter to explain exactly what is said instead of paraphrasing. It is preferable to use a trained female interpreter when one is available instead of a male interpreter. The nurse should directly face the patient when speaking.

A Vietnamese Patient Who Speaks Little English Is Admitted to the Labor