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Numerous members of the health care team will be sharing the test results with the patient or family. Effective communication is at the heart of patient-center care and is crucial to achieve desired outcomes, prevent misunderstanding and help patients feel connected to the diagnostic process. Remember that the news may create emotional turmoil, shock and denial. Anxiety may persist for several days until the person has had time to assimilate the information. One of the ultimate goals of the NCP is to help the patient integrate the changes in health status into new life patterns.