The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Health History Interview

Multiple Choice

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.