When a nurse enters the room, the client states, "He has a gun," and points toward a male visitor. The nurse does not see a gun. What should the nurse do?

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1. The nurse should not make any attempt to question the visitor or to appear aggressive in any manner.
2. The nurse should contact security immediately and should implement any other strategies outlined in the security plan.
3. The nurse should not confront the visitor or allow any other nonsecurity employee to do so.
4. The client's physician will not be able to offer any assistance during the immediate incident.

When a Nurse Enters the Room, the Client States, "He