In caring for patients of different cultures, it is important for the nurse to: (Select all that apply.)
A)use appropriate linguistic services.
B)display empathy and respect.
C)use accurate health history-taking techniques.
D)use patient-centered communication.
E)None of above

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The following factors are essential in providing effective care for culturally and linguistically diverse patients: (1) use of appropriate linguistic services (e.g., interpreter or bilingual health care workers) and/or other communication strategies, (2) display of empathy and respect for culturally and linguistically diverse patients, (3) use of accurate health history-taking techniques for diagnostic and treatment purposes and health teaching, and (4) use of patient-centered communication behaviors, including participatory decision making.It also is helpful to speak plainly and to avoid mimicking a patient's accent or dialect.

In Caring for Patients of Different Cultures, It Is Important