Question

The nurse is caring for a non-English speaking client. The surgeon has asked the nurse to hurry up and prepare the client for their scheduled procedure, which is running late. Which of the following is *least* appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Allow the client’s family member to serve as the interpreter.

Answer

Inform the surgeon that the procedure will be delayed further because getting a staff interpreter will take additional time.

Answer

Ask if a phone-service interpreting service is available to expedite the client preparation.

Answer

Explain to the client’s family member that the procedure may be delayed further.

Question 26 - Coordinated Care Practice Test for the NCLEX-PN Exam