On which criterion would the Human Resources manager focus when identifying interpreters to support the care of patients with limited English proficiency?
A. Proficient in health language terminology
B. Availability of family members
C. Be of the same ethnic background of the patients
D. Be on 24-hour call
Answer: A
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