The Nurse Is Applying a Warm Moist Compress to the Client's

The nurse is applying a warm moist compress to the client's right calf.Prior to putting the compress in place,which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

A) Turn the client onto the left side.
B) Encourage the client to toilet and perform any actions that would require removal of the compress.
C) Turn the client onto the right side.
D) Elevate the head of the bed.