The nurse is planning to use an interpreter with a non-English-speaking family. What should the nurse plan with regard to the use of an interpreter? (Select all that apply.)

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When parents who do not speak English are informed of their child's chronic illness, interpreters familiar with both their culture and language should be used. The nurse should speak slowly and only use a few sentences at a time. Children, family members, and friends of the family should not be used as translators because their presence may prevent parents from openly discussing the issues. The nurse should speak to the family, not the interpreter.

The Nurse Is Planning to Use an Interpreter with a Non-English-Speaking