Involving family members or significant others in the diagnostic care process makes them active participants in providing care and support to the patient. Facilitating family or significant other presence during invasive procedures may provide the opportunity to calm the patient, offer additional comfort, and reduce anxiety and fear. However, some individuals may find the option of observing procedures to be distressing or uncomfortable. Other patients may not want family members present. Healthcare providers acting as patient advocates recognize the importance of supporting the patient’s need for reassurance and the family’s need and right to be present during diagnostic procedures. The goal is to achieve an acceptable balance between all parties. Family or significant other presence should be documented in the healthcare record.