Which of the following demonstrates a nurse's understanding that good communication is key in providing culturally congruent and spiritually sensitive care?
a. Determine the patient's understanding of the nurse's written and spoken language.
b. Consider a family member to be the best interpreter when the language is different.
c. Assess patient's literacy level and level of understanding of health information.
d. a and c.
e. All of the above.
D
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