A healthcare interpreter is asked by a physician to interpret a conversation with a patient, but the interpreter realizes they have a personal friendship with the patient's family member who is also present. What is the most ethical course of action?
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A
Proceed with interpreting but avoid eye contact with the family member
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B
Disclose the relationship to all parties and allow them to decide whether to proceed
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C
Interpret as normal since the relationship is not with the patient directly
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D
Ask the family member to leave before beginning