CCHI Spanish Interpreting Exam With Complete Solutions!!

An interpreter is assisting with an inpatient admission form. What is the MOST appropriate mode of interpreting for the interpreter to use? - ANSWER Sight Translation What is the function of the prostate gland? - ANSWER Produces a lubricating liquid for sperm An interpreter has just lost a close family member to suicide. A patient arrives in the emergency room after surviving an attempted suicide. The interpreter begins to feel emotionally overwhelmed during the interpretation. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER A. Disqualify himself from the encounter. A male interpreter has been assigned to interpret for a mother and child instructional class that is required for all first-time mothers. The interpreter notices that one young woman is not interacting with the instructor. Additionally, the mother is blushing and looking down. The interpreter believes that he may be the cause of the mother's discomfort since in some cultures it is shameful for women to talk about female hygiene in the presence of men. The interpreter knows that a female colleague is the dedicated emergency interpreter that day and considers calling her regarding this assignment. Why is it important that the emergency interpreter for the day is female? - ANSWER A. The female interpreter could replace the male interpreter for this encounter. A male interpreter has been assigned to interpret for a mother and child instructional class that is required for all first-time mothers. The interpreter notices that one young woman is not interacting with the instructor. Additionally, the mother is blushing and looking down. The interpreter believes that he may be the cause of the mother's discomfort since in some A male interpreter has been assigned to interpret for a mother and child instructional class that is required for all first-time mothers. The interpreter notices that one young woman is not interacting with the instructor. Additionally, the mother is blushing and looking down. The interpreter believes that he may be the cause of the mother's discomfort since in some cultures it is shameful for women to talk about female hygiene in the presence of men. The interpreter knows that a female colleague is the dedicated emergency interpreter that day and considers calling her regarding this assignment. What led the interpreter to suspect that his presence was making the patient uncomfortable? - ANSWER The patient was sending non-verbal cues. cultures it is shameful for women to talk about female hygiene in the presence of men. The interpreter knows that a female colleague is the dedicated emergency interpreter that day and considers calling her regarding this assignment. Which of the following is an example of female hygiene? - ANSWER Perineal care An interpreter is working with a new provider. What should the interpreter FIRST address with the provider prior to the start of the encounter? - ANSWER Inform the provider that everything said will be interpreted What is the name of the surgical procedure where part or all of the foreskin (prepuce) is removed? - ANSWER Circumcision During a healthcare encounter, the patient is extremely expressive through gestures while communicating with the provider. The provider misinterprets the gestures as a sign of anger. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER Intervene transparently and offer to clarify the cultural context of the gestures to the provider. After a healthcare appointment, the patient has a question about getting medical insurance. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER A. Refer the patient to the hospital's Social Work or Financial Services Department. Arrhythmia is an indication that which of the following body systems is functioning abnormally? - ANSWER Cardiovascular system During a healthcare encounter where the female patient is present with her husband, the provider directs his questions to the patient, but the husband always answers in her place. The physician does not intervene. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER Determine whether there may be a cultural reason that may be preventing the patient from speaking for herself. What is the MOST appropriate positioning of an interpreter during a pap smear? - ANSWER Behind a curtain or facing away from the patient After the physician explains the risks and benefits of a proposed procedure, she will ask the patient to sign which of the following forms? - ANSWER Informed consent How does an interpreter intervene during a healthcare encounter? - ANSWER A. By speaking in the third person, referring to himself as 'the interpreter' to avoid confusion, and being transparent. While the provider is speaking, a husband and wife start a side conversation about whether the husband should have a procedure. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER A. Pause the session and ask everyone to speak one at a time. B. Keep this private conversation from the provider. (x) C. Continue interpreting the provider's utterance in consecutive mode for consistency. (x) D. Switch to simultaneous mode. A new mother is having problems breastfeeding her child and asks the interpreter for advice. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take? - ANSWER Redirect the patient to ask the provider. What is another term for vertebral column? - ANSWER Spine An interpreter is new to the profession and has an assignment coming up at a cancer clinic, the type of assignment he has never had before. Which of the following would be the BEST way to prepare? - ANSWER Research medical terminology and concepts relating to cancer. What is astigmatism? - ANSWER An anatomical malformation of the cornea or lens