While reviewing laboratory values,the nurse sees a postpartum patient's white blood cell count is 26,699 mg/dL,and her neutrophil count is also elevated.Which is the nurse's priority action?
A) Assessing the episiotomy for signs of infection
B) Notifying the RN and/or provider
C) Continuing to monitor laboratory findings
D) Obtaining STAT vital signs
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