Guideline 9: Family carers as interpreters
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When family act as interpreters the patient may not receive accurate and complete information 25. Family interpreters may hide diagnoses and prognoses 53, and/or impose their own agenda and control the consultation process 54.
Use of professional interpreters has been associated with improved clinical care when compared to ad hoc interpreters (including family)55.
Guiding Principle
Facilitate the use of professional interpretation services
OVERALL COMPLETION
