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Interactive two-way communication amongst health care providers and the patient is critical to successful medication adherence.  Effective communication fosters encouragement and provides reinforcement.19  Using open-ended questions and a non-judgmental voice tones allows for more information to be exchanged.  Allowing patients to verbalize their questions and have their questions answered is crucial for medication adherence.