Get in small groups and review the case of Sophia presented earlier in the chapter.

Answer the following questions and then share your answers with the class.

● What communication theory informs Miguel’s initial role in the interactions between Sophia’s family and Dr. Adams?

● What role does Miguel switch to when he recognizes the cultural differences between Sophia’s family and Dr. Adams?

● What communication theories or perspectives describe Miguel’s role switch?

● What type of medical interpreter is Miguel?

● How would this interaction have been different if Miguel had been a different type of medical interpreter?