You Are Seeing a Spanish-Speaking Patient with a Chronic Skin

question 10

Multiple Choice

You are seeing a Spanish-speaking patient with a chronic skin condition.He speaks little English and gets frustrated when you try to explain how to use the medication you prescribed.Which communication tools would be least effective in this situation?

• A)Use simple diagrams if possible.
• B)Speak slower and use nonverbal communication.
• C)Consider using a translator electronically.
• D)Rely on the patient's family members to provide effective translation.

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