The Client Has an IV Containing Sodium Bicarbonate

The client has an IV containing sodium bicarbonate. The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of dopamine. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?

A) Flush the line with normal saline before and after pushing the dopamine.
B) Start a second IV line to use for administration of the dopamine.
C) Turn the IV wide open before pushing the dopamine through it.
D) Explain to the client that he may feel burning while the dopamine infuses.