An older patient on chemotherapy is in the oncology clinic for follow-up.The nurse notes the patient appears depressed.What action by the nurse should occur first?
A) Assess the patient for depression.
B) Review the patient's medications.
C) Ask the patient about suicidal ideation.
D) Inquire how the patient has been feeling.
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