Medical Interpretor Ethics

National Code of Ethics for …

https://www.ncihc.org/assets/documents/publications/NCIHC%20National%20Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf

IMIA - International Medical Interpreters Association

https://www.imiaweb.org/code/

IMIA Code of Ethics. (established in 1987 and revised in 2006) The IMIA was the first organization to author an ethical code of conduct specifically for medical …

Ethics and Standards of Practice - NCIHC

https://www.ncihc.org/ethics-and-standards-of-practice

Appropriate Use of Medical Interpreters | AAFP

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1001/p476.html

Professional interpreters are superior to the usual practice of using ad hoc interpreters (i.e., family, friends, or untrained staff). Untrained interpreters are more …

Clinicians’ Obligations to Use Qualified Medical …

https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/clinicians-obligations-use-qualified-medical-interpreters-when-caring-patients-limited-english/2017-03

Specifically, an interpreter with an additional role in a clinical setting: (1) must adhere to all interpreting standards of practice while …

How Should Clinicians Respond to Language ... - AMA …

https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/how-should-clinicians-respond-language-barriers-exacerbate-health-inequity/2021-02

Use of professional medical interpreters is associated with decreased health disparities for patients with LEP, improved patient comprehension, fewer medical errors, and greater patient and clinician …

National Standards for Medical Interpreters

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/other-publication/2005/nov/national-standards-medical-interpreters

Confidentiality: To honor the private and personal nature of the health care interaction and maintain trust among all parties. Impartiality: To eliminate the effect of …

What is the Interpreter's Code of Ethics? | Acutrans

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Another important aspect of the Interpreter’s code of ethics is to not personally participate in the parties’ conversation. The sole reason for the interpreter’s presence is to facilitate communication …

Medical Interpreter Ethics (IMIA) Flashcards | Quizlet

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(1) Avoid discussing sensitive medical information in hallways, elevators, etc. (2) Shred medical notes after assignment or shift. (3) Disclose to both parties that you …

Medical Interpreter Duties And Responsibilities - 2021 …

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The code of ethics relies on three core values: Fidelity, goodwill, and respect for cultural differences. Medical Interpreter’s primary goal is the well-being of the patient. He stays faithful and loyal when …