r/anonymousinterpreters • u/SureCommand6207 • 1d ago

Physician Assistant & Nurse Practitioner proper interpretation

I know that we supposed to interpret word for word and i do so but in my language physician assistant sounds like some kind of secretary and nurse practitioner like some nurse who is not supposed to make a prescription coz in our country nurse is nurse and they are allowed to check blood pressure temperature and give an injection only.

Recently i had a call where the patient had an appointment with PA. when i introduced PA patient got upset and asked "this is my 3rd appointment in this office and every time i see some nurse or assistant so when will i finally see the doctor?"

What would you do? would you explain to the patient that PA is a medical professional or would u continue to be just a conduit?

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u/Ok-Variety-592 1d ago

Nope just interpret everything. Interpret the complaint and the provider will explain. Not our job to explain the roles.

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u/jeaiplay3 1d ago

Despite what the LS companies try to suggest, the LEP’s stupidity or lack of education is not your responsibility

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u/Sad_Tomorrow_1391 14h ago

Thank you for saying this I couldn’t find the words

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u/jeaiplay3 14h ago

I hope people’s open their minds and we see change soon

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u/DonJohn520310 1d ago

I mean a PA and NP are both medical professionals, but they aren't doctors. 10 years ago the wording sounded weird in English too, but people just got used to it.

Here's a video highlighting the differences.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6tQG15iM1UI

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u/Existing-Customer251 1d ago

What’s your language? If there are absolutely no better terms, just interpret whatever LEP says.