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Definition

The language (including sign language) most preferred by the person for communication, as represented by a code.

Components

Data Element (this item)

Representation

This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Language code (ASCL 2016) N[NNN] ".
Data Type Number
Format N[NNN]
Maximum character length 4

Additional Attributes

Slot name Type Value Similar
Guide For Use

<p>This may be a language other than English even where the person can speak fluent English.</p>

0
Short name

Preferred spoken language

0

Related content

Relation Count
Input in Derivations 0
Output in Derivations 0
Inclusion in Data Set Specifications 1
Inclusion in Data Distributions 0
As a numerator in an Indicator 0
As a denominator in an Indicator 0
As a disaggregation in an Indicator 0