Author Question: A nonEnglish-speaking client has been admitted to the health care facility with complaints of chest ... (Read 56 times)

imowrer · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nonEnglish-speaking client has been admitted to the health care facility with complaints of chest pain. Since the assigned nurse does not know the client's language, what would be the most appropriate solution in this case?

A) The nurse should request the help of a professional interpreter.
B) The nurse should get a language dictionary and translate.
C) The nurse should ask the supervisor to assign some other client.
D) The nurse should communicate with the client nonverbally.

Question 2

After being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a client has expressed her intention to turn over a new leaf and commit to a vigorous exercise regime.

The nurse has emphasized the importance of having her fitness level assessed before beginning the exercise program. What is the main rationale for the nurse's advice? A) To provide a baseline against which to compare improvements
B) To determine if the client's fitness matches norms for her age and gender
C) To identify any risks for injury that might be posed by an exercise program
D) To ensure that the client understands how to carry out the necessary exercises

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

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should request the help of a professional interpreter to communicate effectively with the nonEnglish-speaking client. Trying to use a language dictionary to help communicate may be troublesome and time-consuming. The third response is inappropriate because the nurse cannot shun his or her responsibilities. Asking the client to communicate nonverbally may lead to a communication gap.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Existing health problems can result in injury during exercise. Therefore, before a client begins an exercise program, assessment of his or her fitness level is necessary. This safety measure is more important than establishing baselines or teaching the correct techniques, though these may also be addressed.