The family of a patient with third-degree burns wants to know why the "scabs are being cut off" of the patient's leg. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse to this family?
A) "The scabs are really old burned tissue and need to be removed to promote healing."
B) "I'll ask the doctor to come and talk with you about the treatment plan."
C) "The patient asked for the scabs to be removed."
D) "The scabs are removed to check for blood flow to the burned area."
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