A Patient with a History of Major Depression Is Brought

A patient with a history of major depression is brought to the ED by her parents. Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate?

A) Noting that symptoms of physical illness are not relevant to the current diagnosis
B) Asking the patient if she has ever thought about taking her own life
C) Conducting interviews in a brief and direct manner
D) Arranging for the patient to spend time alone to consider her feelings