I'm just a tech, but I know you're not going to die.

Patient: I wish my family had stayed with me. I don't want to die alone.

Me (looking at chart): It looks like you just have a few broken bones. I know it's painful, but you're not going to die from these injuries. Is something else bothering you?

Patient: No, that's it. Have you ever had anyone else with injuries like mine?

Me: Yes.

Patient: Were they in as much pain as I am?

Me: Yes.

Patient: Did any of them die?

Me: No.

Patient: Well, then I'll be the first.