A nurse is assessing the carotid arteries of a client diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. What action should be performed next by the nurse when assessing the carotid arteries in this client?

Demonstrate that both arteries will be palpated simultaneously to compare amplitude

Instruct the client take a deep breath and "hold" while the nurse briefly auscultates

Discuss that a light will be directed at the neck to observe for pulsations of the artery

Show the client the diaphragm of the stethoscope that will be placed on the neck