CCHI Professional Ethics and Standards 2

Question 1

A patient asks the interpreter not to tell the provider about a history of drug use. The interpreter should:

Accepted Answer

Explain to the patient that everything said will be interpreted, then offer to interpret if the patient chooses to share

Answer

The interpreter cannot selectively withhold information from the provider; the interpreter should transparently explain their role to the patient.

Question 2

Which ethical principle requires the healthcare interpreter to represent all parties' communications equally without taking sides?

Accepted Answer

Impartiality

Answer

Impartiality requires the interpreter to serve all parties in the communication triangle equally, without advocating for either the patient or the provider.

Question 3

When is it appropriate for a healthcare interpreter to act as a 'cultural broker'?

Accepted Answer

When cultural differences are creating a significant communication barrier, the interpreter may transparently provide brief cultural context to bridge understanding

Answer

Cultural brokering is appropriate when a cultural barrier is impeding communication; the interpreter should provide brief, relevant context transparently.

Question 4

An interpreter is assigned to interpret for a patient who is a close relative. What should the interpreter do?

Accepted Answer

Disclose the conflict of interest to the agency or supervisor and request reassignment

Answer

A close personal relationship with a patient constitutes a conflict of interest; the professional standard requires disclosure and reassignment.

Question 5

What does 'fidelity' mean in the context of healthcare interpreting ethics?

Accepted Answer

Interpreting messages completely and accurately without omissions, additions, or distortions

Answer

Fidelity in healthcare interpreting ethics refers to the obligation to render messages faithfully — completely, accurately, and without distortion.

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

CCHI Professional Ethics and Standards 2