Parents enter the emergency department with their 5-year-old child, crying and holding his stomach The parents are visibly distressed.
What is an example of false reassurance in this scenario?

CHOICE A. It is important to identify yourself when interacting with a client with a visual impairment so that they know who they are speaking with.

CHOICE B. Ensuring adequate lighting can help the client to see better and make use of any remaining vision they may have [B].

CHOICE E. Providing discharge instructions in large print can make it easier for the client to read and understand the information

CHOICE C. Speaking louder is not necessary for clients with visual impairments unless they also have a hearing impairment

CHOICE D. Avoiding talking to other people in the room is not necessary and may make the client feel excluded from the conversation

All of the choices provided are examples of alternative therapy.

Alternative therapy refers to the use of non-conventional methods to complement or enhance traditional medical treatments.

Choice A is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests including appointments with a massage therapist while continuing medical treatments for chronic leg pain.

Choice B is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests initiating “cupping” while also taking antibiotics for pneumonia.

Choice C is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests utilizing lavender in addition to the use of lorazepam for anxiety.

Choice D is an example of alternative therapy because it suggests using garlic to manage a clotting disorder.