An ALAT performing daily health checks notices that a cage of mice has moderately wet bedding and the water bottle is nearly empty. The animals appear active and healthy. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
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A
Note the observation in the room log and plan to change the cage during the next scheduled change-out.
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B
Separate the mice into new cages to better monitor their individual water consumption.
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C
Immediately provide a full water bottle, replace the wet bedding, and report the findings to a supervisor or veterinary technician.
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D
Remove the food from the cage to prevent the mice from eating while potentially dehydrated.