A patient with circumferential burns of both legs develops a decrease in dorsalis pedis pulse strength and numbness in the toes. Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Monitor the pulses every hour.
B) Notify the health care provider.
C) Elevate both legs above heart level with pillows.
D) Encourage the patient to flex and extend the toes.
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