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INTERPRETING Flashcards

1
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Consecutive vs. Simultaneous

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

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Sight translation

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Oral translation of a written text.

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Rheumatology

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inflammatory or infectious conditions of the joints.

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Cardiology

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Heart related diseases and disorders.

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Oncology

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Study, treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancers.

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Ophthalmology

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Diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.

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Laminectomy

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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.

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8
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Hepatitis

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Inflammation of liver tissue

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Astigmatism

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

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10
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Hernia

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

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11
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Inguinal Hernia

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Groin hernia

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12
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Hysterectomy

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Complete/partial removal of uterus

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Ileostomy

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

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14
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Colectomy

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Removal of colon

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15
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Vasectomy

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Cuts tubs that carry sperm

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16
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traditional healer

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community members who use cultural holistic approach.

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17
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Endocrinologist

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conditions related to hormones.

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18
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Pancreas

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Gland that produces insulin.

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19
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Thymus

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

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Thyroid

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

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21
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Pituitary gland

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

22
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Glaucoma

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

23
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Spinal stenosis

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

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Multiple sclerosis

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disease of brain and spinal cord.

25
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Ketoacidosis

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

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HIPPA

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Health Insurance and accountability act

27
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advocacy

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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.

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code of ethics

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

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30
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Medicare parts

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

31
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Urology

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Study of urinary tract

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Gynecology

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Study of women dieases

33
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Hematology

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Study of blood

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nephrology

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study of kidneys

35
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Ophthalmology

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Study of the eyes

36
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endocrinology

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Study of glands that secrete hormones

37
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Pathology

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Study of disease

38
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Orthopedics

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Musculoskeletal system

39
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Sclerotomy

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Surgical cutting of sclera

40
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blepharoplasty

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surgery to repair droopy eyelids

41
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keratoplasty

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cornea plastant

42
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What is the function of the prostate gland?

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Produces a lubricating liquid for sperm

43
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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?

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

44
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After a healthcare appointment, the patient has a question about getting medical insurance. Which is the MOST appropriate action for the interpreter to take?

A

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

45
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Arrhythmia is an indication that which of the following body systems is functioning abnormally?

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Cardiovascular System

46
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What is the MOST appropriate positioning of an interpreter during a pap smear?

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Behind a curtain or facing away from the patient

47
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How does an interpreter intervene during a healthcare encounter?

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

48
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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?

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

49
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What is another term for vertebral column?

A

Spine

50
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What is astigmatism?

A

An anatomical malformation of the cornea or lens

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