Author Question: Elena Vasquez's primary language is Spanish, and she speaks very limited English. Which technique ... (Read 93 times)

stephzh · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Elena Vasquez's primary language is Spanish, and she speaks very limited English. Which technique would be appropriate to use in teaching her about a new drug you have just prescribed?

1. Use correct medical terminology because Spanish has a Latin base.
2. Use a family member who speaks more English to act as an interpreter.
3. Use a professional interpreter or a reliable staff member who can act as an interpreter.
4. Use careful, detailed explanations.

Question 2

The health-care delivery system itself can create barriers to adherence to a treatment regimen. Which of the following system variables creates such a barrier?

1. Increasing copayments for care
2. Unrestricted formularies for drugs, including brand names
3. Increasing the number of people who have access to care
4. Treating a wider range of disorders