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Table 2 Comparison of factors perceived to determine the use of interpretation services: Perceived enablers (+) and barriers (-).

From: Factors influencing the use of video interpretation compared to in-person interpretation in hospitals: a qualitative study

  

In-person interpretation

Video interpretation

Capability

Knowledge

+

+

 

Skills to determine need

+

+

 

Technical skills

+

–

 

Interpersonal skills

–

–

Opportunity

Availability

–

+

 

Time

–

+

 

Costs

–

–

 

Organisational support

+

+

 

Patient/family preferences

–

+

Motivation

Beliefs about consequences

+

+

 

Optimism

–

+

 

Emotions

–

–