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Lisaclaire

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Which of the following is an appropriate guideline for overcoming language barriers?
 
  A.
  Ask often if the person understands.
  B.
  Avoid nouns and conjunctions.
  C.
  Talk slightly louder than normal.
  D.
  Use gestures with the words.

Question 2

Mr. Cappelini is a 40-year-old Italian man who just arrived in the United States. His English is limited, and the nurse does not speak Italian. Which intervention would be helpful in communicating with Mr. Cappelini?
 
  A.
  The nurse tells him, I have Italian friends, so I have a good idea what you mean.
  B.
  The nurse responds, Please explain that to me again.
  C.
  Explain in Italian dialect, I'ma not understandinga you.
  D.
  The nurse greets him with, Well, Gino, how are you today?



micaelaswann

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B



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