How Can Nurses Work Effectively with Professional Interpreters?
Nurses can enhance their collaboration with interpreters by preparing for the session in advance. They should brief interpreters on the context and objectives of the interaction, ensuring they understand any medical terminology that will be used. During the session, nurses should speak directly to the patient, not the interpreter, and use simple, clear language. It's also important to allow time for the interpreter to convey the message fully and ask for clarification if needed.
