Question

A recent immigrant who does not speak English is alert and requires hospitalization. What is the initial action that the nurse must take to enable informed consent to be obtained?

a. Ask a family member to translate what the nurse is saying.
b. Notify the health care provider that the patient doesn't speak English.
c. Request an official interpreter to explain the terms of consent.
d. Use hand gestures and medical equipment while explaining in English.

Answer 1

To enable informed consent for a recent immigrant who does not speak English and requires hospitalization, the nurse should request an official interpreter to explain the terms of consent.

Step-by-step explanation:

The initial action that the nurse must take to enable informed consent to be obtained for a recent immigrant who does not speak English and requires hospitalization is to request an official interpreter to explain the terms of consent (option c).