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Published on: November 9, 2016
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Language interpretation and translation in emergency care: A scoping review protocol
Henry Li1,2, Samina Ali1,2,3, Lisa Hartling3,4
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Plos One
|November 19, 2024
Summary
Patients with limited English proficiency face communication barriers in emergency care. This study reviews interpretation and translation methods to improve care access and quality for non-English speakers.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Implementation Science
- Medical Communication
Background:
- Non-English speaking patients experience significant communication barriers in English-speaking emergency departments.
- These barriers lead to suboptimal care quality, increased investigations, and higher healthcare utilization.
- Professional interpretation services show promise but suffer from poor uptake, necessitating improved implementation strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a comprehensive scoping review of interpretation and translation literature in emergency care settings.
- To identify the range of interpretation/translation modalities used.
- To map barriers and facilitators influencing the implementation of these services and evaluate their effectiveness.
Main Methods:
- A systematic scoping review following Joanna Briggs Institute methodology.
- Searches across multiple databases (MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Scopus, etc.) from inception to May 2024.
- Inclusion of primary research on interpretation/translation in emergency healthcare encounters, with data extraction and mapping using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research.
Main Results:
- A synthesis of existing literature on interpretation and translation modalities in emergency care.
- Identification of key barriers and facilitators impacting the implementation of these services.
- An overview of effectiveness and implementation outcomes associated with different interpretation/translation approaches.
Conclusions:
- Effective interpretation and translation services are crucial for equitable emergency care access for non-English speakers.
- Understanding implementation barriers and facilitators is key to improving service uptake and effectiveness.
- Further research and targeted dissemination are needed to translate findings into improved clinical practice and policy.
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