A Patient Is Admitted to the Emergency Department with Multiple

A patient is admitted to the emergency department with multiple wounds inflicted by an unknown assailant. What action should the nurse take?

A) Clean and dress the wounds as soon as initial assessment is completed.
B) Dispose of bloody clothing in a biohazard bag.
C) Change gloves often during patient care.
D) Keep evidence in the patient's room until it is released to authorities.