Ethical Standards & Professional Practice Flashcards

Under the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct, which tenet addresses keeping assignment information private?

Answer: Confidential communication

The first tenet requires interpreters to adhere to standards of confidential communication.

An interpreter is asked by a friend about a Deaf client's medical appointment they interpreted. What is the best response?

Answer: Decline to disclose any assignment information

Interpreters must not disclose information from an assignment, even in general terms.

How many tenets does the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct contain?

Answer: Seven

The code lists seven tenets, each with illustrative behaviors.

Which situation is the clearest conflict of interest for an interpreter?

Answer: Interpreting a legal matter in which the interpreter is a party

Having a personal stake in the matter compromises impartiality and requires declining or disclosing.

An interpreter realizes mid-assignment that the content is beyond their skill level. What should they do?

Answer: Disclose the limitation and seek a team interpreter or withdraw

Tenet 2 requires professional skills matching the assignment, so the interpreter should address the mismatch.

Which is an appropriate way to set fees under ethical business practices?

Answer: Charge fair, consistent fees and clear cancellation policies

Tenet 6 calls for ethical, transparent business practices.

Why do interpreters typically avoid giving personal advice to consumers during an assignment?

Answer: It oversteps the interpreter's role and may compromise impartiality

Advising consumers exceeds the interpreter's role and affects neutrality.