A Client Is 4 Hours Postoperative After a Femoropopliteal Bypass

A client is 4 hours postoperative after a femoropopliteal bypass.The client reports throbbing leg pain on the affected side,rated as 7/10.What action by the nurse takes priority?

A) Administer pain medication as ordered.
B) Assess distal pulses and skin color.
C) Document the findings in the client's chart.
D) Notify the surgeon immediately.