A male nurse enters the room of a female patient to obtain the patient's vital signs. The patient's spouse appears uncomfortable with the nurse and moves closer to the patient. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Ask a female staff member to obtain the patient's vital signs.
B) Ask the spouse to leave the patient's room to obtain the vital signs.
C) Perform the intervention without discussion with the patient or spouse.
D) Explain the procedure to both the patient and the spouse.
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