A nurse is planning care for a client who has a prescription for knee-length antiembolic stockings. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The correct answer is B: Measure the length of the client's leg from the heel to the gluteal fold. This step ensures proper sizing of the antiembolic stockings to promote optimal circulation and prevent complications like deep vein thrombosis. Measuring from the heel to the gluteal fold helps in selecting the appropriate length that fits the client's leg correctly without being too tight or loose. This precise measurement ensures the stockings exert the right amount of pressure to enhance venous return. In contrast, option A does not directly relate to the application of the stockings, option C is incorrect as pointing toes may cause discomfort, and option D is incorrect as rolling down the stockings compromises their effectiveness.