Vietnamese Translational Guide For Optometrists.

Background: There is a lack of resources available allowing for the English speaking
optometrist to communicate with Vietnamese speaking patients. Methods: To work in conjunction with a native speaker of the Vietnamese language to develop a manual which optometrists may reference during an examination of a Vietnamese speaking patient. Results: A manual was developed outlining words and sentences, along with the translational phonetic pronunciation guide in Vietnamese, for common terms and phrases used by optometrists during a patient examination. Conclusions: Providing a guide for optometrists to more effectively communicate with Vietnamese speaking patients will improve patient-doctor relations, and will enhance the quality of health care that patients receive.