Asked by Pearl Prathika on Apr 25, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient of Hispanic descent who speaks no English. The nurse is working with an interpreter. Which action should the nurse take?
A) Use long sentences when talking.
B) Look at the patient when talking.
C) Use breaks in sentences when talking.
D) Look at only nonverbal behaviors when talking.
Interpreter
A person who translates oral communication between people who speak different languages.
Nonverbal Behaviors
Refers to the communication methods that do not involve spoken words, including gestures, facial expressions, and body language.
- Manifest cultural sensitivity through successful communication and appropriate actions in a multicultural scenario.
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Kelsey Christensen5 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Direct your questions to the patient. Look at the patient, instead of looking at the interpreter. Pace your speech by using short sentences, but do not break your sentences. Observe the patient's nonverbal and verbal behaviors.
Learning Objectives
- Manifest cultural sensitivity through successful communication and appropriate actions in a multicultural scenario.