A female client with major depression stated that “life is hopeless and not worth living.

(A) Although eating habits are important to assess, they are less important than suicidal intent. (B) Maintenance of the client’s life is the priority; assessment of suicidal intent is imperative. (C) Relationships and support systems are an important part of assessment, but they are less important than suicidal intent. (D) Daily living activities will give additional information about the level of depression, and are less significant than suicidal intent, although this information may give additional information about the actual plan for a suicidal attempt.