
When assessing an older client for indications of depression, the nurse bases the intervention on the knowledge that:
A) the older client's symptoms may be atypical for the disorder.
B) depression is a common mental disorder among the older population.
C) the older client is generally willing to discuss his or her mental health symptoms.
D) depression is not as commonly seen in this population as are anxiety disorders.
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