The nurse should complete the Geriatric Depression Scale as part of the assessment if an elderly patient answers which question affirmatively?
A) "Would you say your mood is often low?"
B) "Are you having any trouble with your memory?"
C) "Have you noticed an increase in your alcohol use?"
D) "Do you often experience moderate to severe pain?"
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