Perceptions and Experiences of Latinx Parents with Language Barriers in a Pediatric Emergency Department: A Qualitative Study

Background There is evidence that language barriers are associated with differences in diagnostic testing and clinical interventions in clinical settings. Understanding the family’s point of view can help target areas of improvement for reducing disparities, especially within a non-traditional destination area (NDA). The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the perceptions and experiences of Latinx families with language barriers regarding their care after a PED visit with their child for respiratory complaints. Methods We performed a qualitative study of Latinx parents who presented to the PED with …