The nurse is preparing to perform a health history interview with a non-English speaking patient. An interpreter has been assigned to assist in the translation. Which action by the nurse indicates understanding the guidelines for working with an interpreter?
A) Use short sentences and allow time for translation.
B) Ask the interpreter to use third person.
C) Look at the interpreter during the interview.
D) Suggest the use of paraphrasing whenever possible.

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The use of short sentences and stopping frequently for the interpretation are effective means of communicating. Additional guidelines for working with an interpreter include speaking to the patient in first person (not the third person), looking at the patient (not the interpreter), translating exactly what the patient says (not paraphrasing), and asking for clarification whenever necessary.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Health History Interview