A non-Spanish-speaking nurse is working with a seven-year-old client who is able to speak English but whose family speaks only Spanish. The nurse needs to give discharge instructions regarding the client's oral antibiotics. There are no Spanish-speaking interpreters available presently, but one will be able to come in about one hour. The nurse's most appropriate intervention would be:

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It is important to ensure that the client's family fully understands the discharge instructions. Using the child as an interpreter may not provide accurate information, and using a translation book may not be sufficient for complex medical instructions. The best option in this case is to wait for a qualified interpreter to be available to provide accurate and clear information to the family.

A Non-Spanish-Speaking Nurse Is Working with a Seven-Year-Old Client Who