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The Nurse Is Performing Risk Assessment for Depression on Elderly

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The nurse is performing risk assessment for depression on elderly clients in a long-term healthcare facility. Which should the nurse consider when assessing the mental health of an older adult?


A) Depression is a normal part of aging.
B) Older adults are more in control when losses occur than are younger adults.
C) Many older adults are reluctant to admit that they are depressed.
D) Clinical depression is often overdiagnosed in older adults.

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