Cultural and Linguistic Competence for Today's Healthcare Professionals, Part 4 Effective Communication

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As many as one out of every ten people in the U.S. speaks English with difficulty or not at all (U.S. 2010 Census). In healthcare, those patients who speak English with difficulty or do not speak it all are considered limited English-proficient (LEP) patients. Those who are limited English-proficient are at greater risk for adverse events. These patients need the careful attention of medical assistants to ensure the safety and quality of care. Medical assistants should understand regulations and standards related to limited English-proficient patients such as the use of an interpreter for communication.

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As many as one out of every ten people in the U.S. speaks English with difficulty or not at all (U.S. 2010 Census). In healthcare, those patients who speak English with difficulty or do not speak it all are considered limited English-proficient (LEP) patients. Those who are limited English-proficient are at greater risk for adverse events. These patients need the careful attention of medical assistants to ensure the safety and quality of care. Medical assistants should understand regulations and standards related to limited English-proficient patients such as the use of an interpreter for communication.

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