Author Question: When teaching a client who speaks English as a second language, the appropriate nursing action is ... (Read 38 times)

KimWrice · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When teaching a client who speaks English as a second language, the appropriate nursing action is to:

1. Have a family member translate the information.
2. Find another nurse who speaks a little of the client's language.
3. Contact the facility's designated translator.
4. Use pictures and gestures to teach the client.

Question 2

The nursing student recognizes which of the following lifespan considerations is an appropriate action in the client interview for adolescents and older adults.

1. Ask children questions even if parents present
2. Ask the client if the interview should be private
3. Conduct the interview when the client is rested and most alert
4. Assess hearing ability

ebonylittles · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale 1: Including a family member in discussions can violate HIPAA.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: This is a technique to be used with the younger school-aged child.