2007-02-24 10:02:08 · 8 answers · asked by SUGAZ 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
All healthcare services have the resource of obtaining a translator, it's whether or not they bother. I work in mental health and often work with patients who speak little or no english. We try to ensure that we book the services of an inerpretor to go through their rights and we can book them to come to he ward regularly so that we can talk to the patient about their care.
I'm not quite sure what you mean by the ethical implications, but if you are a nurse / doctor etc you are bound by a duty of care towards ALL patients, and must endevour to provide the best care you can for them, following regulations and policy.
My answer may not be as 'funny' as others but I hope it's more helpful!!
2007-02-24 10:17:53 · answer #1 · answered by Pretty Tough Girl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have a moral, ethical and LEGAL obligation to treat patients whether they speak English or not.
If you can't deal with that, then leave the medical profession.
I know the issue of consent is tricky, but if a patient needs emergency treatment, consent is deemed given.
2007-02-24 21:52:42 · answer #2 · answered by lesroys 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without consent to treatment that would be close to assault.
If possible obtain consent via an interpreter or close family member.
or make sure other professionals are present so that any actions can be witnessed as in the patients best interest.
2007-02-24 18:09:25 · answer #3 · answered by LordLogic 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Can you not guess - Jesus if i was a none English speaking person i wouldn't be on here would i. Why dont you go and find out from the relevant sources if you want a proper answer.. It pisses me off when people try and find out about a culture from people who don't own the said culture. Are you scared to meet them or what. I'm gonna go and take a chill pill now. you've made me mad!!!!
2007-02-24 18:08:17 · answer #4 · answered by nitenurse 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The patient should find the interpreter - a friend or relative.
2007-02-28 12:10:32 · answer #5 · answered by Professor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not right to refuse to help someone because they speak a different language. If someone needs care, they should be provided it regardless.
However, once they're well, a one way ticket back to the border would be a good investment.
2007-02-24 18:07:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Loss of benefits with a bit of luck in the not too distant future for
non speaking English, thanks be to the Big Cahuna we'll see
where their loyalties lie then.
2007-02-24 18:19:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
to keep yourself right insist on a trans later[ not get sued]
2007-02-24 18:16:09 · answer #8 · answered by Jim 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋