A client presents to the emergency department with increased, labored respirations, fruity breath odor, and a blood glucose of 776 mg/dL. The client discloses that he could no longer afford his insulin prescription. The client is prescribed this series of orders. What is the priority nursing action?
Inject insulin glargine (Lantus®) 200 units.
Administer 15 grams carbohydrate solution.
Obtain IV access.
Prepare the client for intubation.
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