A 42-yeаr-оld femаle, presents tо the clinic with cоmplаints of fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, and right upper quadrant discomfort. She also mentions that her urine has become darker, and her skin appears slightly yellow. She has a history of unprotected sex and occasional alcohol use. Her assessment revealed jaundice, RUQ tenderness with abdominal tightness. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize for the care of the patient based on the assessment findings?