Adolescent's mother is speaking only Cambodian, and the daughter is interpreting for her.
What is the priority responsibility of the nurse?

The priority responsibility of the nurse is to call for a Cambodian interpreter.

This ensures that the mother’s needs and concerns are accurately communicated and understood.

It also helps to prevent any misunderstandings or miscommunications that could occur if the daughter were to interpret.

Choice A is not an appropriate response because calling the chaplain for support may not address the language barrier.

Choice B is not an appropriate response because allowing unlicensed assistive personnel to interpret could result in inaccurate or incomplete information being conveyed.

Choice D is not an appropriate response because continuing to work with the daughter for interpretation could result in misunderstandings or miscommunications.

All of the choices provided are examples of alternative therapy.

Alternative therapy refers to the use of non-conventional methods to complement or enhance traditional medical treatments.

Choice A is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests including appointments with a massage therapist while continuing medical treatments for chronic leg pain.

Choice B is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests initiating “cupping” while also taking antibiotics for pneumonia.

Choice C is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests utilizing lavender in addition to the use of lorazepam for anxiety.

Choice D is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests using garlic to manage a clotting disorder.