A nurse is setting up a sterile field to perform wound irrigation for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when pouring the sterile solution?

A. Placing the cap sterile-side up on a clean surface prevents contamination of the inside of the cap and maintains the sterility of the solution. This step is essential before pouring to ensure the solution remains sterile. B. Holding the bottle in the center of the sterile field risks contaminating the field if solution drips; the bottle should be held above or beside the field, not directly over it. C. Placing sterile gauze over spilled solution does not restore sterility; contaminated areas must be replaced or discarded. D. Holding the bottle with the label facing away from the palm helps protect the label, but it does not directly affect the sterility of the solution during pouring.