The Nurse Admits an Acutely Ill,older Patient to the Hospital

The nurse admits an acutely ill,older patient to the hospital.Which action should the nurse take first?

A) Speak slowly and loudly while facing the patient.
B) Obtain a detailed medical history from the patient.
C) Perform the physical assessment before interviewing the patient.
D) Ask a family member to go home and retrieve the patient's cane.