The Nurse Is Interviewing the Client and Learns That the Client

The nurse is interviewing the client and learns that the client has an open leg wound that has been draining a moderate amount of yellowish drainage over the last 3 days. Prior to assessing the client's wound, which piece of personal protective equipment is most important for the nurse to wear based on the principles of standard precautions?

A) Fluid-resistant gown.
B) Shoe covers.
C) Mask.
D) Gloves.