The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Been

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness.The patient states,"I just don't feel like going to work.I have no energy,and I can't eat or sleep." The patient shows no interest in taking part in his care.The nurse should

A) Not be concerned about self-harm because the patient has not indicated any desire toward suicide.
B) Ignore individual patient goals until the current crisis is over.
C) Encourage the patient to purchase over-the-counter sleep aids to help him sleep.
D) Assess the potential for suicide and make appropriate referrals.