A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who verbalized to a family member that they do not want to live anymore after the death of their child. Which of the following assessments should the nurse plan to perform first?

Choice A reason: Assessing social support is important but not the priority when suicide risk is suspected. Choice B reason: Assessing for a plan is critical but should follow confirmation of current suicidal ideation. Choice C reason: Past attempts are relevant for risk stratification but secondary to current ideation. Choice D reason: Determining current suicidal thoughts is the first and most urgent step in suicide risk assessment to guide immediate safety interventions.