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An 11-year-old bilingual patient needs orthodontics; mother speaks only Spanish; dentist speaks only English. Best communication approach?

Hire a certified/professional medical interpreter
Allow the 11-year-old daughter to translate
Reschedule until mother learns English
Use body language and diagrams only

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Correct answer: A. Hire a certified/professional medical interpreter

Using a minor child as interpreter = INAPPROPRIATE. A CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL INTERPRETER must be used for accurate communication and informed consent. This is both an ethical and legal obligation.

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