INTERPRETING

Question 1

Consecutive vs. Simultaneous

Answer 1

Consecutive: One person speaks at time. Simultaneous: Interpret almost as the speaker speaks.

Question 2

Sight translation

Answer 2

Oral translation of a written text.

Question 3

Rheumatology

Answer 3

inflammatory or infectious conditions of the joints.

Question 4

Cardiology

Answer 4

Heart related diseases and disorders.

Question 5

Oncology

Answer 5

Study, treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancers.

Question 6

Ophthalmology

Answer 6

Diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.

Question 7

Laminectomy

Answer 7

surgery that removes bone spurs and tissues from the spine to create space for the spinal cord or nerves in order to decompress the spine.

Question 8

Hepatitis

Answer 8

Inflammation of liver tissue

Question 9

Astigmatism

Answer 9

common and treatable imperfection in the curvature of the eye that causes blurred distance and near vision.

Question 10

Hernia

Answer 10

Condition when an organ pushes through a weak spot in surrounding area.

Question 11

Inguinal Hernia

Answer 11

Groin hernia

Question 12

Hysterectomy

Answer 12

Complete/partial removal of uterus

Question 13

Ileostomy

Answer 13

surgery that creates an opening in the belly for the end of the small intestine to pass out digested food into a pouch.

Question 14

Colectomy

Answer 14

Removal of colon

Question 15

Vasectomy

Answer 15

Cuts tubs that carry sperm

Question 16

traditional healer

Answer 16

community members who use cultural holistic approach.

Question 17

Endocrinologist

Answer 17

conditions related to hormones.

Question 18

Pancreas

Answer 18

Gland that produces insulin.

Question 19

Thymus

Answer 19

Produces T cells. Located in the neck. Shrinks closer to puberty.

Question 20

Thyroid

Answer 20

Located in neck. Regulates growth/development through rate of metabolism.

Question 21

Pituitary gland

Answer 21

Mayor endocrine gland. Pea sized. Produces hormones that influence growth/development

Question 22

Glaucoma

Answer 22

: the eye’s optic nerve, which provides information to the brain, is damaged with or without raised intraocular pressure.

Question 23

Spinal stenosis

Answer 23

: space inside backbone is too small. Puts pressure on spinal cord and nerves.

Question 24

Multiple sclerosis

Answer 24

disease of brain and spinal cord.

Question 25

Ketoacidosis

Answer 25

caused by uncontrolled production of ketone bodies. Most common cause is uncontrolled diabetes.

Question 26

HIPPA

Answer 26

Health Insurance and accountability act

Question 27

advocacy

Answer 27

An action taken on behalf of an individual that goes beyond facilitating communication; Only when the patients health, well-being or dignity is at risk.

Question 28

code of ethics

Answer 28

A set of principles/values that govern the conduct of members of a profession while they are engaged in the enactment of that profession.

Question 30

Medicare parts

Answer 30

A. SNF/Hospital B: Routine/preventive C. Vision/hearing/Dental D: Medicines

Question 31

Urology

Answer 31

Study of urinary tract

Question 32

Gynecology

Answer 32

Study of women dieases

Question 33

Hematology

Answer 33

Study of blood

Question 34

nephrology

Answer 34

study of kidneys

Question 35

Ophthalmology

Answer 35

Study of the eyes

Question 36

endocrinology

Answer 36

Study of glands that secrete hormones

Question 37

Pathology

Answer 37

Study of disease

Question 38

Orthopedics

Answer 38

Musculoskeletal system

Question 39

Sclerotomy

Answer 39

Surgical cutting of sclera

Question 40

blepharoplasty

Answer 40

surgery to repair droopy eyelids

Question 41

keratoplasty

Answer 41

cornea plastant

Question 42

What is the function of the prostate gland?

Answer 42

Produces a lubricating liquid for sperm

Question 43

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 43

D. Intervene transparently and offer to clarify the cultural context of the gestures to the provider.

Question 44

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 44

Refer the patient to the hospital's Social Work or Financial Services Department.

Question 45

Arrhythmia is an indication that which of the following body systems is functioning abnormally?

Answer 45

Cardiovascular System

Question 46

What is the MOST appropriate positioning of an interpreter during a pap smear?

Answer 46

Behind a curtain or facing away from the patient

Question 47

How does an interpreter intervene during a healthcare encounter?

Answer 47

By speaking in the third person, referring to himself as ‘the interpreter’ to avoid confusion, and being transparent.

Question 48

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 48

Pause the session and ask everyone to speak one at a time.

Question 49

What is another term for vertebral column?

Answer 49

Spine

Question 50

What is astigmatism?

Answer 50

An anatomical malformation of the cornea or lens