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Interpreter Briefing Protocol

Meaning

The Interpreter Briefing Protocol, in a clinical setting, is a standardized procedural framework for ensuring the linguistic and cultural clarity of communication between a healthcare provider and a patient who speaks a different primary language, facilitated by a professional interpreter. This protocol mandates a pre-session meeting to align on technical terminology, clarify the clinical context, and establish communication flow, which is critically important when discussing complex hormonal diagnostic results or nuanced treatment plans. Proper adherence minimizes the risk of signal distortion and potential patient harm due to miscommunication.