A pregnant 39-week-gestation client arrives at the labor and delivery unit in active labor. On confirmation of labor, the client reports a history of herpes simplex virus (HSV) to the nurse, who notes the presence of lesions on inspection of the client's perineum. Which should be the nurse's initial action?
A.
Perform an abdominal scrub on the client.
B.
Prepare the delivery room for a vaginal delivery.
C.
Explain to the client why a cesarean delivery is necessary.
D.
Call the health care provider to obtain a prescription for an antiviral medication.