| Price: | $11.00 after free preview |
| Length: | 45 minutes |
| Description: | In this interview, Registered Dietician Debra Hook explains special considerations for interpreters to facilitate communication with patients when providing nutrition counseling in outpatient settings. Practical considerations, such as building rapport and assuring patient privacy, are examined in context. The role of the interpreter with regard to informing providers (as appropriate) about cultural nuances, such as foods and preparation methods, is addressed. Over 100 medical terms are introduced, including food categories, cooking methods, portion sizes, and healthcare team members; these terms are available for review using the corresponding online glossary. |
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| Expert: | Debra Hook, Registered Dietician |
| Bio: | Debra Hook is a licensed Registered Dietician with a bachelors degree in Clinical Dietetics and holds a masters degree in Public Health. She provides clinical services at various hospitals throughout Southern California and teaches at several universities. She founded Nutrition Solutions, for which she provides home-based services, focusing primarily on diabetic issues and children’s health. |
| Approved CEUs: | ATA=0.000, CCHI=0.750, IMIA=0.000, WA-DSHS=0.000, RID=0.100 PS* *Sign language interpreters requiring RID credit,
must CLICK HERE to complete PINRA form BEFORE taking this activity. |
| Instructions: | Watch the entire video, then the quiz will appear. The video player will not allow you to fast forward on the first viewing. However, you may rewind to review content. You must pass the quiz to receive a certificate of completion and earn continuing education credit. You can view your credits and download your certificates in the Learner Log. |