The Nurse Is Examining a Patient's Lower Leg and Notices

The nurse is examining a patient's lower leg and notices a draining ulceration.Which of these actions is most appropriate in this situation?

A) Washing hands and then contacting the physician
B) Continuing to examine the ulceration and then washing hands
C) Washing hands, putting on gloves, and continuing with the examination of the ulceration
D) Washing hands, proceeding with rest of the physical examination and then continuing with the examination of the leg ulceration