Which statement best describes cultural competence in nursing and strategies to improve communication with patients who have limited English proficiency?

• A. Respectful appreciation of cultural differences; use professional interpreters and the teach-back method to verify understanding.
• B. Assuming all patients share the same cultural beliefs to simplify care.
• C. Relying on family members to translate and make decisions for patients with language barriers.
• D. Ignoring language barriers when a patient appears fluent.

Answer: (A)