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TeamSTEPPS: Limited English Proficiency


TeamSTEPPS® Enhancing Safety for Patients With Limited English Proficiency Module

Patient Language Process Map


Identify language/cultural needs
Who? How?
Contact interpreter
Who? How? List various methods. Note contingency plans.
Ensure that interpreter is present for entire encounter
Who? How?
Ensure that interpreter is fully informed and integrated into team
Who? How?

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