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

Knowing how to operate the call light is important in order to alert the healthcare staff in case of an emergency.

Although using the telephone may be useful in case of an emergency, the patient is less likely to be able to communicate using the telephone as opposed to the call light.

Introducing the patient to their roommate is not very important during orientation. Knowing about visiting hours is also not a priority during orientation.

The client who should be seen by the nurse first is the elderly man with a fractured hip. This is because a fractured hip is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention to prevent complications, such as blood clots, pressure ulcers, and pneumonia.

The nurse should prioritize this client's care and ensure that they receive prompt medical attention, including pain management, immobilization of the affected hip, and preparation for surgery if necessary. Although the other clients may also require nursing care, they do not have urgent or emergent medical conditions that require immediate attention.

The client with acute diarrhea may require assessment and treatment for dehydration or infection, but this can be managed within a reasonable timeframe.

The client who is anxious may require emotional support and counseling, but this is not an emergency.

The woman who feels isolated may benefit from social support and community resources, but this can be addressed at a later time.